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 Cotati, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Cotati, CA
40 repair companies serve Cotati from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Cotati itself, and other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. ALTAMIRANO APPLIANCE REFRIGERATION, INC. is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Cotati. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cotati. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
At the top of the Cotati list: Food Equipment Repair Service Inc (5.8 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Center (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Ross HVAC And Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, based in Rohnert Park, 4.9 stars from 487 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma (11.9 miles away, based in Sonoma, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Cotati
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Cotati. Ice maker repair in Cotati.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Cotati, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Cotati
Most ice machine calls in Cotati 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Cotati
- 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?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Cotati, CA
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Cotati?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Cotati, CA
Ice Machine Repair Near Cotati
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 Cotati technician a trip for parts.