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 McFarland and the Kern County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving McFarland, CA
40 repair companies serve McFarland from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Bakersfield (38), Delano (1), and Anaheim (1). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 4 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 7.7 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McFarland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 47 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.7, 18.8, 19.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
At the top of the McFarland list: Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Delano, 4.4 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.7 miles away, based in Porterville, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in McFarland
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 McFarland.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for McFarland, CA
Most ice maker calls in McFarland 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 McFarland
- 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 guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: McFarland, CA
How much does ice maker repair cost in McFarland?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
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Which areas near McFarland do these technicians cover?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in McFarland
Ice Maker Repair Near McFarland
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a McFarland technician a trip for parts.