KitchenAid owners in Soledad usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Soledad list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Soledad
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Soledad. 1 of them are based in Soledad itself, and the rest are spread across Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (4). No company within 60 miles of Soledad names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Andersen Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Soledad. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Soledad is inside its regular service area.
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 | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 21.4, 22.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 44 |
At the top of the Soledad list: KitchenAid Appliance Professionals (76.6 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Golden State Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and in-freezer ice maker.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
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
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)
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Soledad
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Soledad and freezer repair in Soledad.
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
- Replace the refrigerator water filter about every six months or when the indicator comes on, since a clogged or loose filter cuts flow to the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 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 freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Soledad, CA
Most ice maker calls in Soledad 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 Soledad
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Soledad, CA
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Soledad technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.