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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Thermalito and the Butte County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Thermalito, CA
Within 60 miles of Thermalito there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Auburn (10), Rocklin (8), and Chico (4). The closest is Pye's Appliance Services, about 3.1 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Thermalito 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.9, 6.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
First up for Thermalito: A-1 Appliance (3.9 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (18.0 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Pye's Appliance Services (3.1 miles away, based in Oroville).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Thermalito
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Thermalito
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Thermalito. Ice maker repair in Thermalito.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Thermalito
Most ice machine calls in Thermalito 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 Thermalito
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Thermalito, CA
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Thermalito faster.