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 Elkridge, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Elkridge
Within 30 miles of Elkridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Elkridge itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (12), Columbia (6), and Laurel (6). Distances run up to about 12 miles. 11 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Nearest on the list: Nation Repair, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.5, 3.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
First up for Elkridge: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (6.8 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Tech24 (9.0 miles away, based in Windsor Mill, 4.8 stars from 28 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Elkridge. Freezer repair in Elkridge.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker 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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Elkridge, MD
Most ice maker calls in Elkridge 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 Elkridge
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Elkridge faster and cheaper.