Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Santa Rosa involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Santa Rosa, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Santa Rosa
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Rosa. 7 of them are based in Santa Rosa itself, and the rest are spread across Novato (5), Rohnert Park (3), and Napa (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Santa Rosa names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Rosa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 23 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
The leading options for Santa Rosa are King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (63.9 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance (58.0 miles away, based in San Leandro, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance Professionals (80.8 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 136 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)
The units run a defrost cycle with a defrost heater, and meltwater flows to a drain pan, which explains sizzling or gurgling sounds. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Undercounter ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the water pan drain cap is tight and run the cleaning cycle. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Before You Call: The KitchenAid Reset
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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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:
- 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?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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 freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- 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
Around Santa Rosa
Most ice maker calls in Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Santa Rosa, CA
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Santa Rosa technician bring the right parts.