Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Firebaugh and the Fresno County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Firebaugh, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Firebaugh. The rest are spread across Fresno (29), Clovis (4), and Madera (3). The farthest listed company is about 42 miles out. Tech Stop is the nearest, roughly 23.5 miles from Firebaugh. 8 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Firebaugh is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 23.5, 25.6, 30.0 |
At the top of the Firebaugh list: Pro Appliance Inc (30.2 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MVI Fresno Range & Refrigerator Repair Service (30.8 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.7 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Merced, 4.2 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BonTech Home Services (45.5 miles away, based in Clovis, 4.8 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Firebaugh
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Firebaugh.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Firebaugh
Before you give up on the ice maker in Firebaugh, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Firebaugh
Most ice maker calls in Firebaugh 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 Firebaugh Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Firebaugh, CA
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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 Firebaugh faster and cheaper.