Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. Below are the companies within reach of Edgewater, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Edgewater, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Edgewater. 3 of them are based in Edgewater itself, and other nearby bases include Crofton (3), Bowie (3), and Glen Burnie (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Of those, 11 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Appliance Guys, about 0.3 miles away. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Edgewater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 3.1 |
The leading options for Edgewater are Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (3.7 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (0.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (15.3 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.3 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Edgewater.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
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)
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 Maker Repair Costs in Edgewater
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Edgewater
Most ice maker calls in Edgewater 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 Edgewater
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Edgewater, MD
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Edgewater
Ice Maker Repair Near Edgewater
Before you call a Edgewater 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.