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 Waldorf, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Waldorf
40 repair companies serve Waldorf from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Waldorf, and the rest are spread across Alexandria (12), Fort Washington (4), and Lorton (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Waldorf. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 20 |
First up for Waldorf: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (15.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (14.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Waldorf
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Waldorf. Ice maker repair in Waldorf.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. 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)
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:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Waldorf Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Waldorf 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 Waldorf
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Waldorf, MD
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
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Before you call a Waldorf 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.