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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Laurel and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving South Laurel, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Laurel. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (7), Laurel (6), and Beltsville (3). 7 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The closest is Laurel Appliance Repair, about 1.9 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.2, 2.4 |
The leading options for South Laurel are Dexterous Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (10.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Power Tech Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, based in Laurel, 4.1 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in South Laurel
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- 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 South Laurel.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in South Laurel, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 South Laurel, MD
Most ice maker calls in South Laurel 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 South Laurel
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: South Laurel, MD
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Which areas near South Laurel do these technicians cover?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in South Laurel
Ice Maker Repair Near South Laurel
Before you call a South Laurel 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.