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.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Salton City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Salton City. The rest are spread across Palm Desert (11), Palm Springs (9), and Indio (6). Of those, 2 mention ice machine or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 29.7 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Salton City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 54 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 29.7, 32.1, 32.3 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
At the top of the Salton City list: Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Coachella, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (46.1 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Synergy Appliance Repair (38.1 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick n' Easy Appliance Service (38.2 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 4.8 stars from 601 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Salton City. Ice maker repair in Salton City.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Salton City, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Salton City Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Salton City 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 Salton City Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Salton City, CA
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Salton City?
Which areas near Salton City do these technicians cover?
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Before you call a Salton City 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.