A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near East Pasadena
40 repair companies serve East Pasadena from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Pasadena (18), South Pasadena (4), and San Marino (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Pasadena. 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) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for East Pasadena: Pros Fix Appliances (10.9 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezer Brothers - Refrigerator repair service in Glendale (9.5 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (22.0 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mega Pro Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in East Pasadena
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
- 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 East Pasadena. Ice maker repair in East Pasadena.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What East Pasadena Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in East Pasadena 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 East Pasadena Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: East Pasadena, CA
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Other Refrigeration Repair in East Pasadena
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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 East Pasadena technician a trip for parts.