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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Frostburg, MD
Within 60 miles of Frostburg there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Frostburg itself, and the rest are spread across Johnstown (3), Uniontown (3), and Cumberland (2). The closest is Appliance Doctor, about 1.4 miles away. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 32 businesses. Frostburg is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 5.2, 7.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 34 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
Closest matches for Frostburg: Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.1 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.9 miles away, based in Westover, 4.6 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.0 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.9 miles away, based in Uniontown, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Frostburg
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Frostburg.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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 and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Frostburg, MD
Most ice maker calls in Frostburg 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 Frostburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Frostburg, MD
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Do you cover Frostburg and nearby towns?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Frostburg 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.