Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. The College Park list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near College Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of College Park. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (10), Washington (10), and Hyattsville (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from College Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from College Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
First up for College Park: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (6.8 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews); Zapata’s HVAC Systems (7.2 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.9 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in College Park
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for College Park. Ice maker repair in College Park.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around College Park
Most ice machine calls in College Park 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near College Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: College Park, MD
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Which areas near College Park do these technicians cover?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in College Park
Ice Machine Repair Near College Park
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 College Park technician a trip for parts.