Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. Below are the companies within reach of Fort Bragg, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Fort Bragg
6 repair companies serve Fort Bragg from within 79 miles. 2 of them are based in Fort Bragg itself, and the rest are spread across Willits (1), Lakeport (1), and Clearlake (1). Distances run up to about 79 miles. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Art's Appliance Repair Services, about 0.2 miles away. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Fort Bragg is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 24.2 |
| Repair companies inside 79 miles | 6 |
Closest matches for Fort Bragg: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jeff's Gas Appliances (24.2 miles away, based in Willits, 4.8 stars from 38 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (55.2 miles away, based in Lakeport, 4.6 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (72.4 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Fort Bragg
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire 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)
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Fort Bragg Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Fort Bragg 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 Fort Bragg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Fort Bragg, CA
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Do you cover Fort Bragg and nearby towns?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Fort Bragg faster and cheaper.