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 Golden, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Golden
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Golden. 5 of them are based in Golden itself, and the rest are spread across Arvada (18), Lakewood (9), and Wheat Ridge (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. The closest is Alpha Golden Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Golden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
At the top of the Golden list: Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (13.8 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed Restaurant Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lee's Appliance & Refrigeration Service (9.2 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.8 stars from 1,117 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Golden - Lakewood (5.9 miles away, based in Wheat Ridge, 4.7 stars from 715 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Golden. Ice maker repair in Golden.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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?
Before replacing an ice machine in Golden, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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?
- 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 Golden
Most ice machine calls in Golden come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Golden
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Golden, CO
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my ice cloudy?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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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 Golden technician a trip for parts.