If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Chico, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Chico
Within 60 miles of Chico there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Chico itself, and other nearby bases include Oroville (3), Red Bluff (3), and Marysville (2). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Chico names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 15 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Chico is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chico. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.2, 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
First up for Chico: King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (82.3 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (3.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.6 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 4.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and dual ice makers. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice dispenser not working. If ice is lodged in the dispenser, set a towel and dish under the chute and let the ice thaw on its own. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- 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
The KitchenAid Ice Maker Test
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
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Compressor hums but will not start
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Chico
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Chico and freezer repair in Chico.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Chico Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Chico 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 Chico
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chico, CA
Which Chico technicians work on KitchenAid?
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.