A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. Below are the companies within reach of Ben Lomond, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Ben Lomond
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ben Lomond. 2 list an address in Ben Lomond, and the rest are spread across Los Gatos (9), Santa Cruz (8), and Saratoga (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars. The closest is Ben Lomond Emergency Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.4, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Ben Lomond are Lighthouse Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); ExpressApplianceandHVACRepair (14.0 miles away, based in Los Gatos, 5.0 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KONGRA LLC (12.7 miles away, based in Los Gatos, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Cruz Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 4.8 stars from 195 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Ben Lomond
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Ben Lomond
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Ben Lomond is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Ben Lomond.
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Water, Drains and Power
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Ben Lomond Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Ben Lomond come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Ben Lomond
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ben Lomond, CA
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Before you call a Ben Lomond technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.