Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Big Bear City
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Big Bear City. Other nearby bases include Yucaipa (6), Redlands (6), and San Bernardino (5). Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Adam Evans Service Technician is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Big Bear City.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 20.2, 21.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
Closest matches for Big Bear City: Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Banning, 4.8 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Family Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redlands Refrigerator Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Redlands, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); QuickFixMasters (26.1 miles away, based in Desert Hot Springs, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Big Bear City
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Big Bear City
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Big Bear City. Ice maker repair in Big Bear City.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Big Bear City, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Big Bear City Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Big Bear City 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 Big Bear City
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Big Bear City, CA
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Which areas near Big Bear City do these technicians cover?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Big Bear City technician a trip for parts.