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. Below are the companies within reach of Bakersfield, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Bakersfield, CA
40 repair companies serve Bakersfield from within 30 miles. 39 of them are based in Bakersfield itself, and other nearby bases include Anaheim (1). Nearest on the list: Artur's Top Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. 2 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
First up for Bakersfield: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (7.0 miles away, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Taft, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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 Maker Repair Costs in Bakersfield
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Bakersfield
Most ice maker calls in Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Bakersfield, CA
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Before you call a Bakersfield 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.