Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. 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.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Half Moon Bay, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Half Moon Bay. 2 of them are based in Half Moon Bay itself, and other nearby bases include San Mateo (14), Burlingame (11), and Belmont (5). Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. The closest is Excellence Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Half Moon Bay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 5.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
The leading options for Half Moon Bay are UsProRepair (9.6 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Home Products (9.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair San Francisco LLC (8.9 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.9 stars from 469 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Half Moon Bay
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Half Moon Bay
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Half Moon Bay. Ice maker repair in Half Moon Bay.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Half Moon Bay, CA
Most ice machine calls in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Half Moon Bay, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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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 Half Moon Bay technician a trip for parts.