When an ice maker in Escalon stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Escalon and the San Joaquin County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Escalon
Within 30 miles of Escalon there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Modesto (16), Stockton (8), and Manteca (4). 9 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair Modesto, about 7.1 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 7.3, 7.4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
First up for Escalon: Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Stockton, 4.3 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Escalon Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Escalon Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Escalon 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Escalon
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Escalon, CA
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Escalon?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Escalon
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Escalon faster and cheaper.