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 Repair Companies Near Oakdale
Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Oakdale. 2 list an address in Oakdale, and the rest are spread across Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Nearest on the list: Precision Home Care, around 0.3 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.2, 8.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
First up for Oakdale: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telos Repair Inc. (16.5 miles away, based in Turlock, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ikes Appliance and Associates (19.6 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.2 stars from 98 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
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Oakdale
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 Oakdale is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Oakdale.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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
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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Oakdale
Most ice machine calls in Oakdale 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Oakdale
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Oakdale, CA
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Before you call a Oakdale 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.