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. Below are the companies within reach of Jackson, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Jackson, CA
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Jackson. 3 of them are based in Jackson itself, and the rest are spread across El Dorado Hills (4), Folsom (4), and Cameron Park (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is Aaa Scotts Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. 1 of them mentions ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 17 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Jackson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.8, 1.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
First up for Jackson: Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Foothill Appliance (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All In Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Sutter Creek, 4.9 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maximum Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Folsom, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Jackson
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Jackson. Freezer repair in Jackson.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Jackson
Before you give up on the ice maker in Jackson, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
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.
What Jackson Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Jackson 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 Jackson
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Jackson, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Jackson
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Before you call a Jackson 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.