A KitchenAid ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Annapolis, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Annapolis MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Annapolis. 2 of them are based in Annapolis itself, and the rest are spread across Laurel (5), Edgewater (3), and Crofton (3). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. None of the repair companies near Annapolis name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Annapolis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.5, 3.8 |
At the top of the Annapolis list: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (18.5 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Stevensville, 4.5 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), In-Door-Ice system, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and dual ice makers. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells four-door refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Undercounter ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the water pan drain cap is tight and run the cleaning cycle. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- Ice maker leaking. Break up ice blockages gently with a plastic or wooden handle and check that the fill cup sits directly under the fill valve spigot. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- An error code or temperature alarm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Annapolis and freezer repair in Annapolis.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- KitchenAid recommends about 37°F in the fresh food section and 0°F in the freezer, changing controls one step at a time and waiting 24 hours to recheck. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Tips for Properly Setting the Controls
- Replace the refrigerator water filter about every six months or when the indicator comes on, since a clogged or loose filter cuts flow to the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Annapolis
Most ice maker calls in Annapolis 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 Annapolis
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Annapolis, MD
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
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Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Annapolis
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Annapolis
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Annapolis technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.