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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Wasco and the Kern County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Wasco
40 repair companies serve Wasco from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Bakersfield (38), Delano (1), and Anaheim (1). 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 15.1 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wasco. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 15.1, 18.1, 18.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 41 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
First up for Wasco: Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Delano, 4.4 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
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 Wasco. Freezer repair in Wasco.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Wasco, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Wasco
Most ice maker calls in Wasco 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Wasco
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Wasco, CA
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Wasco
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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 Wasco technician a trip for parts.