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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Marlboro Village and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Marlboro Village, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Marlboro Village. Other nearby bases include Washington (5), Fort Washington (4), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Of those, 11 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Arctic Blast Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Marlboro Village. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marlboro Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 3.8, 6.2 |
At the top of the Marlboro Village list: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (6.3 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Guys (13.4 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Marlboro Village
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Marlboro Village
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 Marlboro Village. Freezer repair in Marlboro Village.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Marlboro Village, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Marlboro Village, MD
Most ice maker calls in Marlboro Village 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Marlboro Village
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Marlboro Village, MD
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Marlboro Village
Ice Maker Repair Near Marlboro Village
Before you call a Marlboro Village 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.