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. 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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Hidden Valley Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Hidden Valley Lake. The rest are spread across Santa Rosa (7), Vacaville (7), and Woodland (4). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. 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. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 9.8 miles from Hidden Valley Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hidden Valley Lake is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hidden Valley Lake. 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) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.8, 21.5, 25.0 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Hidden Valley Lake are King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (56.6 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance (77.4 miles away, based in San Leandro, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology). On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and four-door refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
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
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Hidden Valley Lake
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Hidden Valley Lake and freezer repair in Hidden Valley Lake.
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
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hidden Valley Lake, CA
Most ice maker calls in Hidden Valley Lake 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).
Before You Book in Hidden Valley Lake
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hidden Valley Lake, CA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Hidden Valley Lake
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hidden Valley Lake
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hidden Valley Lake technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.