A KitchenAid ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Costa Mesa, 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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Costa Mesa
40 repair companies serve Costa Mesa from within 30 miles. 14 of them are based in Costa Mesa itself, and other nearby bases include Newport Beach (10), Irvine (5), and Huntington Beach (4). Moore Appliance Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Costa Mesa. None of the companies within 30 miles mention KitchenAid by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Costa Mesa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
The leading options for Costa Mesa are Greenway Appliance Thermador & KitchenAid Repair. (28.5 miles away, based in Rosemead, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Neilion Inc. Commercial appliance repair. (2.7 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
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)
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- Ice maker leaking. Break up ice blockages gently with a plastic or wooden handle and check that the fill cup sits directly under the fill valve spigot. 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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Gets Fixed on a Costa Mesa Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Costa Mesa and freezer repair in Costa Mesa.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Change the undercounter ice maker's water filter about every 9 months or 2,000 gallons, sooner with very hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding 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:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
What Costa Mesa Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Costa Mesa 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).
Questions to Ask a Costa Mesa Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Costa Mesa, CA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Costa Mesa
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.