Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. The Twentynine Palms list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Twentynine Palms
Within 60 miles of Twentynine Palms there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Palm Desert (10), Palm Springs (8), and Indio (6). Nearest on the list: Big Screen TV Specialist, around 14.8 miles out. 11 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Twentynine Palms is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Twentynine Palms. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.8, 16.4, 24.2 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 59 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
The leading options for Twentynine Palms are Sears Appliance Repair (32.5 miles away, based in Coachella, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rapid Appliance Services (24.2 miles away, based in Desert Hot Springs, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Synergy Appliance Repair (32.1 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliance Repair (32.8 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Twentynine Palms Ice Maker Call
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 Twentynine Palms. Freezer repair in Twentynine Palms.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Local Notes for Twentynine Palms
Most ice maker calls in Twentynine Palms 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).
Questions to Ask a Twentynine Palms Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Twentynine Palms, CA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Twentynine Palms
Ice Maker Repair Near Twentynine Palms
Before you call a Twentynine Palms 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.