KitchenAid owners in Durham usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Durham CA
21 repair companies serve Durham from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Chico (4), Lincoln (4), and Oroville (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. None of the companies within 60 miles mention KitchenAid by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The closest is Chico Appliance Repair., about 6.3 miles away. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Durham is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.3, 7.4, 9.4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
Closest matches for Durham: King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (72.9 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (6.3 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.1 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 4.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells in-freezer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology). On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Set the fridge to 33 to 40°F and the freezer to 0°F and let them run 24 hours; KitchenAid suggests a professional to thaw a frozen water line. 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
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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- Run the undercounter ice maker's clean cycle (about 70 minutes) with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the clean light turns red or about every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Durham, CA
Most ice maker calls in Durham 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 Durham Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Durham, CA
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
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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.