When an ice maker in Forestville 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. The Forestville list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Forestville, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Forestville. 2 of them are based in Forestville itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (16), Hillcrest Heights (2), and Upper Marlboro (2). The closest is Executive Cellular, TV and Appliances, about 0.7 miles away. Of those, 10 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 1.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
At the top of the Forestville list: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliance Repair Inc. (2.8 miles away, based in Hillcrest Heights, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Forestville
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Forestville Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Around Forestville
Most ice maker calls in Forestville 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 Forestville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Forestville, MD
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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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 Forestville faster and cheaper.