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 Sonora and the Tuolumne County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Sonora
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sonora. 4 of them are based in Sonora itself, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Jackson (3). Nearest on the list: Burton's Mother Lode Appliance, around 2.2 miles out. 10 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Sonora is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.3, 4.6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
First up for Sonora: Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Inc (47.9 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.4 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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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)
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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- 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?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit 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.
Around Sonora
Most ice maker calls in Sonora 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 Sonora
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Sonora, CA
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
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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 Sonora faster and cheaper.