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. The Livermore list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Livermore
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Livermore. 5 of them are based in Livermore itself, and other nearby bases include Fremont (10), San Ramon (7), and Pleasanton (5). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Nearest on the list: Rich Cortez Appliance Repairs.., around 0.5 miles out.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
The leading options for Livermore are VOLTA Heating, Air Conditioning & Appliance Services (11.7 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ADRIUM service solutions (11.6 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Magnet Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); Top One Equipment Care (14.7 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
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 Livermore is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Livermore.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
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:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 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?
- 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 / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Around Livermore
Most ice machine calls in Livermore 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 Livermore
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Livermore, CA
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Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Livermore
Before you call a Livermore 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.