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.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Linthicum
Within 30 miles of Linthicum there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Baltimore (16), Columbia (6), and Glen Burnie (3). The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. The closest is Bowman Appliances, about 3.7 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Linthicum. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 3.8, 4.3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
First up for Linthicum: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (9.4 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABW Appliances - Corporate Headquarters (8.2 miles away, based in Jessup, 4.8 stars from 1,539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tech24 (9.2 miles away, based in Windsor Mill, 4.8 stars from 28 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Linthicum is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Linthicum.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Linthicum, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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 installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Linthicum
Most ice machine calls in Linthicum 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 Linthicum
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Linthicum, MD
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Linthicum, MD
Ice Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Linthicum technician a trip for parts.