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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Martinez and the Contra Costa County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Martinez, CA
Within 30 miles of Martinez there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Martinez itself, and the rest are spread across Concord (18), Walnut Creek (9), and Pleasant Hill (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Appliance Repair Doctor, about 0.4 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 2.6, 2.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
The leading options for Martinez are ServiceON Appliance Repair & Services (4.2 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews); Hi-5 Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews); Gold Coast Refrigeration Service (5.7 miles away, based in Walnut Creek, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); Fast & Easy Appliance Repair Services (4.6 miles away, based in Concord, 4.9 stars from 634 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Martinez
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 Martinez is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Martinez.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
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 Martinez, CA
Most ice machine calls in Martinez 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 Martinez
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Martinez, CA
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Before you call a Martinez 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.