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 Richmond 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 Richmond
40 repair companies serve Richmond from within 30 miles. 8 list an address in Richmond, and other nearby bases include Berkeley (7), Oakland (7), and El Cerrito (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Reliable Richmond Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 0.9 |
The leading options for Richmond are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Berkeley, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zuta Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H.A.R. Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in El Sobrante, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
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 Richmond is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Richmond.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Richmond, CA
Most ice machine calls in Richmond 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 Richmond
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Richmond, CA
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Which areas near Richmond do these technicians cover?
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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 Richmond technician a trip for parts.