An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. Below are the companies within reach of Emmitsburg, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Emmitsburg
Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Emmitsburg. The rest are spread across Frederick (8), Hagerstown (4), and Hanover (4). 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Problem Solver Fix It is the nearest, roughly 2.9 miles from Emmitsburg. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Emmitsburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 7.1, 7.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
At the top of the Emmitsburg list: Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (22.0 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.2 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.6 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (22.4 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin's Appliance Service and Parts LLC (28.6 miles away, based in Shippensburg, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
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 Emmitsburg. Freezer repair in Emmitsburg.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Emmitsburg
Most ice maker calls in Emmitsburg 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Emmitsburg
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- 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?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Emmitsburg, MD
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
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Before you call a Emmitsburg 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.