Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Alum Rock involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Alum Rock
40 repair companies serve Alum Rock from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include San Jose (32) and Milpitas (8). The closest is San Jose Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Alum Rock names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 28 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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.6, 1.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Alum Rock list: KitchenAid Appliance Professionals (12.3 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance (30.7 miles away, based in San Leandro, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (85.5 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.3 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and four-door refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
The 15-inch undercounter ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate for clear cubes and use a built-in drain pump that allows installation up to 10 feet from the drain line. Source: KitchenAid - 15-Inch 25 lb. Automatic Ice Maker with Clear Ice Technology (KUIX515SPS)
Refrigerator ice makers come in several styles, switched by a wire shutoff arm (which a full bin lifts to the off position), an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, or the control panel menu on digital models. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
If the ice maker has a reset button, press and hold it for a few seconds; if not, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and plug it back in. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What a Freezer Technician Checks
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Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- Vacuum the undercounter ice maker's condenser fins behind the lower access panel with the unit unplugged, since a clogged condenser reduces ice output. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
- KitchenAid recommends about 37°F in the fresh food section and 0°F in the freezer, changing controls one step at a time and waiting 24 hours to recheck. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Tips for Properly Setting the Controls
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Alum Rock
Most ice maker calls in Alum Rock 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 Alum Rock
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alum Rock, CA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Alum Rock, CA
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Alum Rock
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Alum Rock technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.