Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of Ceres, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Ceres, CA
Within 30 miles of Ceres there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ceres itself, and the rest are spread across Modesto (16), Tracy (6), and Turlock (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is AmpFix Solutions, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.2, 2.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 43 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
First up for Ceres: Telos Repair Inc. (8.3 miles away, based in Turlock, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ikes Appliance and Associates (9.8 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Ceres is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Ceres.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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)
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:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Ceres, CA
Most ice machine calls in Ceres 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).
Questions to Ask a Ceres Repair Technician
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ceres, CA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Related Repair Pages for Ceres
Ice Machine Repair Near Ceres
Before you call a Ceres 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.