When an ice machine in Sonora slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. 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 Sonora
Within 60 miles of Sonora there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Sonora, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Jackson (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Nearest on the list: Burton's Mother Lode Appliance, around 2.2 miles out. Sonora is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.3, 4.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
Closest matches for Sonora: Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burkett Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burton's Mother Lode Appliance (2.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 42 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Sonora
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Sonora. Ice maker repair in Sonora.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Sonora, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sonora, CA
Most ice machine calls in Sonora 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Sonora
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Sonora, CA
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Sonora?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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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 Sonora technician a trip for parts.