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. Below are the companies within reach of Shady Side, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Shady Side, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shady Side. Other nearby bases include Edgewater (3), Bowie (3), and Crofton (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Evolve Appliance Repair, about 5.0 miles away. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shady Side. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.0, 7.5, 7.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
Closest matches for Shady Side: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (20.9 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Guys (17.5 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); Evolve Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Edgewater, 5.0 stars from 283 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Shady Side
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Shady Side. Ice maker repair in Shady Side.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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.
What Shady Side Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Shady Side 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 Shady Side
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Shady Side, MD
How much does ice machine repair cost in Shady Side?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call a Shady Side technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.