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. The Lamont list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Lamont, CA
Within 30 miles of Lamont there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Lamont itself, and other nearby bases include Bakersfield (37), Arvin (1), and Anaheim (1). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Rafa’s Appliances, about 0.1 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lamont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 5.1, 6.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 45 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
The leading options for Lamont are Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Appliance Repair Specialist (12.1 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.6 stars from 4,635 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Lamont
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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.
Around Lamont
Most ice maker calls in Lamont 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 Lamont
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lamont, CA
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
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Before you call a Lamont 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.