When an ice machine in Merced slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Merced and the Merced County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Merced, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Merced. 3 list an address in Merced, and the rest are spread across Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Madera (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 32 businesses. Sanchez Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Merced. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Merced is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
First up for Merced: Pro Appliance Inc (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telos Repair Inc. (25.0 miles away, based in Turlock, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sanchez Appliance (0.5 miles away, 4.1 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Merced
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Merced is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Merced.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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 Merced, CA
Most ice machine calls in Merced 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 Merced Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Merced, CA
Do you cover Merced and nearby towns?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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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 Merced technician a trip for parts.