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 Pasadena and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Pasadena
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pasadena. 18 list an address in Pasadena, and other nearby bases include South Pasadena (4), San Marino (3), and La Cañada Flintridge (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Pasadena Emergency Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Pasadena. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Pasadena are A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G and R Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezer Brothers - Refrigerator repair service in Glendale (6.1 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Washer, Dryer & Refrigerator Appliance Repair Group (5.9 miles away, based in Alhambra, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- 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
What Gets Fixed on a Pasadena Ice Maker Call
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 Pasadena. Freezer repair in Pasadena.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
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)
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
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 Pasadena, CA
Most ice maker calls in Pasadena 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 Pasadena
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Pasadena, CA
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Pasadena
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Pasadena faster and cheaper.