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 Tiburon, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Tiburon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tiburon. Other nearby bases include San Francisco (17), Richmond (6), and Mill Valley (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Alpha Belvedere Tiburon Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tiburon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 2.2, 2.2 |
First up for Tiburon: FixitBay LLC (7.0 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Fix Appliances Repair (7.6 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (7.3 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Tiburon.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or whirlpool 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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. 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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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 Tiburon, CA
Most ice maker calls in Tiburon 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 Tiburon
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Tiburon, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Tiburon
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Before you call a Tiburon 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.