Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. The North Bethesda list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near North Bethesda
Within 30 miles of North Bethesda there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in North Bethesda, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (12), Rockville (11), and Silver Spring (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is FUSE Service Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
First up for North Bethesda: FUSE Service Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a North Bethesda Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in North Bethesda
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 North Bethesda Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: North Bethesda, MD
Do you cover North Bethesda and nearby towns?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a North Bethesda technician a trip for parts.