Ice Maker Repair in Malibu

An ice maker that quits right before guests arrive is a common call in Malibu, where many kitchens, wet bars and patios have one. Our ice maker repair covers built-in and freestanding units, from refrigerator ice makers to undercounter machines, whether the problem is no ice, slow production or water on the floor. We find the actual cause on site and fix it properly so the unit keeps up.

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Google rating: 4.8★ · 192 reviews
Service call: $95, credited to repair
Warranty: 90 days to 1 year
Open: 24/7, same-day visits

Where ice makers live in Malibu homes

Many Malibu homes have more than one ice source: a refrigerator ice maker in the kitchen, plus an undercounter unit at a wet bar, a pool house or an outdoor kitchen. Those undercounter machines often sit near open doors and patios, so they breathe the same salty, damp coastal air that pits metal and coats condenser coils. Homes higher in the canyons see hotter, drier summers and more dust instead. Part-time homes add another twist: an ice maker left idle for weeks can develop stale water, scale and stuck valves. Hard water, common across the region, slowly builds mineral deposits in valves and molds.

What usually goes wrong, and how it shows up

No ice at all often traces to a frozen fill line, a failed water inlet valve or a clogged filter; you may hear the unit try to fill with nothing coming in. Small or hollow cubes usually mean low water pressure or scale restricting flow. Ice that clumps into a solid block points to infrequent use, a freezer running too warm and refreezing, or a dispenser door that doesn't seal. Water under the unit tends to come from a cracked fill tube, a blocked drain on undercounter models or a loose supply connection. On outdoor and bar units, a dirty or corroded condenser slows production badly.

Before you call, and how to keep it running

Start with the basics: confirm the ice maker's switch or arm is in the on position, the freezer is set near 0°F, and the water filter isn't past its replacement date. Check that the supply valve behind or under the unit is fully open. If the fill tube looks frosted, a frozen line is likely. For prevention, change filters on schedule, rinse the bin every few months, and brush dust and salt film off condenser coils, especially on outdoor units. Before leaving a second home empty, turn the ice maker off and empty the bin. If those steps don't help, a $95 service call gets the problem diagnosed.

From our service calls

Ice machine condenser fan during service

Problems we fix in Malibu

no ice at all
small or hollow cubes
ice clumping or freezing together
water leaking under the unit
frozen water fill line

How a visit works

1
Call or book online
We answer 24/7. Same-day visits when the schedule allows.
2
Diagnosis at your home
The $95 service call is credited toward the repair.
3
A quote before work starts
You see the price and decide. No surprise charges.
4
Repair with a warranty
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work.

Rated 4.8 on Google from 192 reviews

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★★★★★

Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.

Katie S., refrigerator/freezer repair (Google)

★★★★★

West Appliance Service were awesome! They came out super fast and fixed my Wolf oven when it suddenly stopped heating. Great guys, quick work, no hassle. Definitely recommend!

John A., wolf oven repair (Google)