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 Castro Valley
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Castro Valley. 6 of them are based in Castro Valley itself, and the rest are spread across Hayward (21), San Leandro (10), and San Lorenzo (2). Nearest on the list: Sharp Castro Valley Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 30 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
The leading options for Castro Valley are Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Local Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top One Equipment Care (2.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixEm Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 228 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Castro Valley
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Blinking light or error code
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Castro Valley
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Castro Valley. Ice maker repair in Castro Valley.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Castro Valley
Most ice machine calls in Castro Valley 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).
Before You Book in Castro Valley
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Castro Valley, CA
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Do you cover Castro Valley and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Castro Valley
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 Castro Valley technician a trip for parts.