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 Palos Verdes Estates list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Palos Verdes Estates
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palos Verdes Estates. 1 of them are based in Palos Verdes Estates itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (14), Redondo Beach (5), and Rancho Palos Verdes (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. A+ Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Palos Verdes Estates. 10 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palos Verdes Estates. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 2.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
At the top of the Palos Verdes Estates list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Redondo Beach Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Redondo Beach, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Fast Appliance Repair, LLC (3.2 miles away, based in Rolling Hills Estates, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Palos Verdes Estates. Freezer repair in Palos Verdes Estates.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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 Palos Verdes Estates
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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 Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Most ice maker calls in Palos Verdes Estates 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 Palos Verdes Estates
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Palos Verdes Estates
Before you call a Palos Verdes Estates 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.