Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Arbutus, MD
40 repair companies serve Arbutus from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (17), Columbia (6), and Glen Burnie (3). The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Bowman Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Arbutus.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.5, 3.6 |
At the top of the Arbutus list: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (7.0 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (9.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tech24 (6.4 miles away, based in Windsor Mill, 4.8 stars from 28 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Arbutus. Ice maker repair in Arbutus.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Arbutus
Most ice machine calls in Arbutus come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Arbutus
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Arbutus, MD
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Arbutus technician a trip for parts.