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. Below are the companies within reach of Santa Ana, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Santa Ana, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Ana. 19 list an address in Santa Ana, and the rest are spread across Tustin (7), Irvine (6), and Costa Mesa (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses. The closest is Appliance Palacios, about 1.1 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Ana. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
Closest matches for Santa Ana: Trusted Appliance Care (19.3 miles away, based in Ladera Ranch, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); US Appliance (21.6 miles away, based in Lynwood, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 546 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D&V Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Orange, 4.3 stars from 290 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
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Santa Ana. Ice maker repair in Santa Ana.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Santa Ana, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 Santa Ana, CA
Most ice machine calls in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Santa Ana, CA
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Santa Ana 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.