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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Placerville and the El Dorado County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Placerville, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Placerville. 1 of them are based in Placerville itself, and other nearby bases include Folsom (15), Auburn (9), and El Dorado Hills (5). Distances run up to about 23 miles. The closest is Bowmans Appliance Repair, about 8.2 miles away. Of those, 3 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.2, 10.6, 11.1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
The leading options for Placerville are Expert repair company (25.7 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Appliance Repair Fair Oaks (25.2 miles away, based in Fair Oaks, 4.6 stars from 1,509 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (25.6 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Placerville
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Placerville Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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 filter replacement (professional): $85–$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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Placerville, CA
Most ice maker calls in Placerville 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).
Before You Book in Placerville
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Placerville, CA
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Placerville
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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 Placerville technician a trip for parts.