When an ice maker in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and the Bernalillo County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. The rest are spread across Albuquerque (14), Edgewood (2), and Rio Rancho (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Hugo's TV & Appliance Repair, about 2.0 miles away. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.5, 2.7 |
At the top of the Los Ranchos de Albuquerque list: Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.4 stars from 368 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care & Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); Albuquerque Home Pros (4.9 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
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 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. Freezer repair in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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: $45–$150 per visit 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.
Around Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
Most ice maker calls in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque 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.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Los Ranchos de Albuquerque Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
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Before you call a Los Ranchos de Albuquerque 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.