When an ice maker in Germantown 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. 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.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Germantown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Germantown. 5 of them are based in Germantown itself, and other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (14), Rockville (10), and Boyds (3). The closest is 1st Germantown Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. 3 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Germantown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
At the top of the Germantown list: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sterling Appliance (12.6 miles away, based in Sterling, 4.6 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Germantown
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Germantown
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Before You Work Near the Water Line
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Germantown
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Germantown, MD
Most ice maker calls in Germantown 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 Germantown
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Germantown, MD
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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 Germantown faster and cheaper.