When an ice maker in Ashton-Sandy Spring stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ashton-Sandy Spring and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
40 repair companies serve Ashton-Sandy Spring from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (8), Rockville (7), and Gaithersburg (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 8 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Ashton Affordable Appliance Repair Tech, about 0.4 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
First up for Ashton-Sandy Spring: Dexterous Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (8.9 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Montgomery County, MD (8.4 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.7 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Ashton-Sandy Spring
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What Gets Fixed on a Ashton-Sandy Spring Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker 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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Ashton-Sandy Spring, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Local Notes for Ashton-Sandy Spring
Most ice maker calls in Ashton-Sandy Spring come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
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.
Before You Book in Ashton-Sandy Spring
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Ashton-Sandy Spring
Ice Maker Repair Near Ashton-Sandy Spring
Before you call a Ashton-Sandy Spring technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.