When an ice maker in Rio del Mar stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Rio del Mar
Within 30 miles of Rio del Mar there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Santa Cruz (8), Los Gatos (5), and Watsonville (4). Distances run up to about 20 miles. The closest is Appliance Repair Technologies Aptos, about 1.6 miles away. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rio del Mar. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 4.1, 4.2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Rio del Mar: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Art Appliance (20.7 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.6 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West San Jose and Campbell (20.8 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Rio del Mar
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
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 Rio del Mar
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Rio del Mar
Most ice maker calls in Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Rio del Mar, CA
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Rio del Mar
Ice Maker Repair Near Rio del Mar
Before you call a Rio del Mar 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.