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 Downey, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Downey, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Downey. 11 list an address in Downey, and the rest are spread across South Gate (6), Long Beach (4), and Bellflower (3). 9 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Downey Experts, around 0.2 miles out. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Downey. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
Closest matches for Downey: US Appliance (3.6 miles away, based in Lynwood, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Montebello, 4.6 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EZ Whittier Appliance (5.6 miles away, based in Whittier, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
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.
Local Notes for Downey
Most ice maker calls in Downey 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Downey
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Downey, CA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you cover Downey and nearby towns?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Downey?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Downey
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Before you call a Downey 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.