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. 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.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Mentone, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mentone. Other nearby bases include San Bernardino (13), Moreno Valley (8), and Redlands (6). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: American Appliance Repair, around 2.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mentone. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.5, 4.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
At the top of the Mentone list: Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Family Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redlands Refrigerator Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Redlands, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moreno Valley Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Moreno Valley, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Mentone
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 Mentone is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Mentone.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Mentone, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Built-in ice maker 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Around Mentone
Most ice machine calls in Mentone 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 Mentone
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mentone, CA
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Which areas near Mentone do these technicians cover?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Before you call a Mentone 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.