When an ice maker in Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Forest Glen
40 repair companies serve Forest Glen from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (10), Bethesda (8), and Washington (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, around 1.3 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
The leading options for Forest Glen are FUSE Service Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Forest Glen, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Forest Glen Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Forest Glen, MD
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Before you call a Forest Glen 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.