An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Atascadero and the San Luis Obispo County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Atascadero
Within 60 miles of Atascadero there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Atascadero, and the rest are spread across Santa Maria (6), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Ethan Appliance Repairs, around 0.9 miles out. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Atascadero is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Atascadero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 10.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
The leading options for Atascadero are Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.2 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Atascadero
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Atascadero Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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 Atascadero, CA
Most ice maker calls in Atascadero come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
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 Atascadero Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Atascadero, CA
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Which areas near Atascadero do these technicians cover?
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Before you call a Atascadero technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.