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. Below are the companies within reach of Menlo Park, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Menlo Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Menlo Park. 7 list an address in Menlo Park, and other nearby bases include Redwood City (16), Palo Alto (14), and East Palo Alto (1). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Astor JennAir Appliance Group, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 5 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.4, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Menlo Park list: Refrigerator Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Palo Alto, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (6.3 miles away, based in Redwood City, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Your Appliance, Refrigeration & HVAC repair (6.5 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance ProCare — Repair Service in Palo Alto (3.6 miles away, based in Palo Alto, 4.3 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Menlo Park
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Menlo Park Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Menlo Park
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around Menlo Park
Most ice maker calls in Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Menlo Park, CA
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Menlo Park
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Menlo Park faster and cheaper.