KitchenAid owners in Walnut Creek 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Walnut Creek
40 repair companies serve Walnut Creek from within 30 miles. 14 list an address in Walnut Creek, and the rest are spread across Concord (16), Pleasant Hill (4), and Lafayette (2). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: TJ Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Walnut Creek names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Walnut Creek. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 0.8 |
First up for Walnut Creek: KitchenAid Appliance (14.3 miles away, based in San Leandro, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); King KitchenAid Appliance repair Sacramento (54.5 miles away, based in West Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance Professionals (34.7 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Concord, 4.6 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, and In-Door-Ice system. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), built-in side-by-side refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Small or hollow cubes. Keep the water filter current and check that the line behind the refrigerator is not kinked and the correct supply valve is installed, since low pressure causes small, hollow cubes. 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
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Walnut Creek and freezer repair in Walnut Creek.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Walnut Creek, CA
Most ice maker calls in Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Walnut Creek, CA
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Walnut Creek
More KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
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.