$65 diagnostic — waived with repair3-month warranty on parts and laborLicensed appliance technician

SYMPTOM · FRIDGE-ONLY · ORANGE COUNTY

Ice maker not making ice.

Last updated: May 2026

When a refrigerator's ice maker stops producing ice, the cause is almost always a stuck water-inlet valve, a failed mold heater, a clogged supply line, or a control-board fault. Most repairs run $150–$400 and finish in 45–90 minutes on the same visit because we carry the common parts on the truck. Sealed-system or board-level issues occasionally require an order — those come back next-day. Same- or next-day appointments across Orange County, $65 diagnostic waived with the repair.

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(949) 969-8600
$65 diagnostic — waived with repair
45–90 min typical
Same & next-day Mon–Sun

Common causes for this symptom.

  • Water inlet valve failed.

    The valve that lets water into the ice mold is no longer opening, or is restricted by mineral buildup.

  • Mold heater open.

    The heater that releases ice cubes from the mold has burned out — ice cubes stick instead of dropping.

  • Ice maker control board.

    The board that controls fill, freeze, and harvest cycles has failed and needs replacement.

  • Frozen fill tube.

    The tube delivering water to the ice maker is iced over — usually a sign of a stuck damper or sealed-system issue further upstream.

What to expect when we arrive.

  • Marked van, uniformed tech, ID badge.

  • Drop cloth and shoe covers before we step inside.

  • Diagnosis and fixed quote in writing — before any work starts.

  • Genuine OEM parts on every job.

Other symptoms we diagnose.

Three steps. No surprises.

  1. Book in 2 minutes.

    Pick your symptom and a time window. We confirm by text.

  2. Diagnose in 60 minutes.

    We arrive in a marked van, diagnose the issue, and quote the repair before we touch a screw. $65 diagnostic fee — waived if you say yes to the repair.

  3. Fix it today, when we can.

    Most repairs finish in the same visit because parts ride on the truck. Every job carries a 3-month warranty (6–12 months on compressor work).

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What your neighbors said this month.

  • I couldn't recommend this company more highly. I have used them several times and found Ivan to be knowledgeable, responsive, honest and courteous. He has saved me from buying a new refrigerator twice and unlike so many vendors, he is always able to diagnose the problem quickly and always knows how to fix it. If you want someone reliable who truly knows his craft and is always fair and reasonable, call We Fix Fridges!

    — Vicki M.

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  • We have used this company several times now. I wanted to leave a review because Ivan really went above and beyond for this last repair the day before a big holiday weekend. He saved us! 100% recommend him. Besides being so knowledgeable which helps with diagnosis to repairs he is courteous and timely and we have found his prices to be very fair. It's hard to find a trustworthy reliable repair person. We have Ivan on text now!

    — Judy G.

    Yelp · Verified

  • Highly recommended. Been in business with Ivan 3 different times with different appliances and all were satisfactory with problem fixed. He even figured out an indirect minor issue and fixed it for us with no charge without us asking for it. Ivan will be the first one I call in any cases of an appliance that needs repair.

    — Bao P.

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Don't wait — fridge problems get worse.

We have appointments today across all 30 OC cities. Diagnostic is $65, waived with repair.

Or call (949) 969-8600