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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Dana Point and the Orange County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Dana Point, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dana Point. 4 of them are based in Dana Point itself, and other nearby bases include Laguna Niguel (9), Laguna Beach (6), and San Clemente (5). NorthStar JennAir Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Dana Point. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.3, 0.5 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Dana Point list: Trusted Appliance Care (5.5 miles away, based in Ladera Ranch, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Star Appliance Services (3.3 miles away, based in Capistrano Beach, 5.0 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); More Than a Fix Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in San Clemente, 5.0 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Dana Point. Ice maker repair in Dana Point.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. 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 motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What Dana Point Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Dana Point 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 Dana Point
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Dana Point, CA
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call a Dana Point 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.