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. Below are the companies within reach of Vandenberg Village, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Vandenberg Village
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Vandenberg Village. Other nearby bases include Santa Maria (6), Lompoc (4), and Santa Ynez (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. W.A.R.S Warranted Appliance Repair & Service is the nearest, roughly 3.8 miles from Vandenberg Village. 3 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Vandenberg Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 3.9, 5.0 |
At the top of the Vandenberg Village list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W.A.R.S Warranted Appliance Repair & Service (3.8 miles away, based in Lompoc, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Around Vandenberg Village
Most ice maker calls in Vandenberg Village 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 Vandenberg Village
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Vandenberg Village, CA
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Ice Maker Repair Near Vandenberg Village
Before you call a Vandenberg Village 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.