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. The Colton list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Colton, CA
Within 30 miles of Colton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Colton, and the rest are spread across San Bernardino (18), Riverside (10), and Redlands (4). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Nearest on the list: Master Tech Mechanical, around 0.7 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.7, 2.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
The leading options for Colton are Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Quality Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Riverside, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redlands Refrigerator Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Redlands, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Colton Appliance Home Care (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Colton is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Colton.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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
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.
What Colton Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Colton 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 Colton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Colton, CA
Why is my ice cloudy?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Colton?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Colton
Ice Machine Repair Near Colton
A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Colton faster.