Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Brewer and the Penobscot County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Brewer
10 repair companies serve Brewer from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Bangor (2), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Brewer is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brewer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.6, 3.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
The leading options for Brewer are Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (46.9 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tom's Appliance Service (3.6 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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?
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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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 Brewer, ME
Most ice maker calls in Brewer 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Brewer
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Brewer, ME
How much does ice maker repair cost in Brewer?
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Brewer
Ice Maker Repair Near Brewer
Before you call a Brewer 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.