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. Below are the companies within reach of Solvang, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Solvang
26 repair companies serve Solvang from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Santa Barbara (11), Goleta (5), and Santa Maria (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Mission Appliance Services, about 3.2 miles away. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 18.4, 18.5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
The leading options for Solvang are Superman Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
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 Solvang. Freezer repair in Solvang.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Solvang
Before you give up on the ice maker in Solvang, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
What Solvang Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Solvang 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 Solvang
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Solvang, CA
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Solvang?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Solvang
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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 Solvang technician a trip for parts.