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. Below are the companies within reach of Clayton, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Clayton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Clayton. 2 list an address in Clayton, and the rest are spread across Concord (21), Walnut Creek (10), and Antioch (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Clayton Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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 | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
At the top of the Clayton list: ServiceON Appliance Repair & Services (7.2 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Concord, 4.6 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gold Coast Refrigeration Service (7.1 miles away, based in Walnut Creek, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); TJ Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Walnut Creek, 5.0 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Clayton. Ice maker repair in Clayton.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Clayton, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Local Notes for Clayton
Most ice machine calls in Clayton 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 Clayton Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Clayton, CA
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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 Clayton technician a trip for parts.