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 Lomita, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Lomita, CA
Within 30 miles of Lomita there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Lomita, and other nearby bases include Torrance (14), Redondo Beach (5), and Carson (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Lomita Appliance Wizard is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Lomita. Of those, 10 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
Closest matches for Lomita: Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Fix It Fast Appliance Repair, LLC (1.5 miles away, based in Rolling Hills Estates, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redondo Beach Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Redondo Beach, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Lomita
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Lomita Ice Maker Call
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 Lomita.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool 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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Lomita, CA
Most ice maker calls in Lomita 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 Lomita Repair Technician
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lomita, CA
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Lomita
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Before you call a Lomita 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.