KitchenAid owners in District Heights usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The District Heights list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, District Heights MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of District Heights. 1 list an address in District Heights, and the rest are spread across Washington (17), Forestville (2), and Hillcrest Heights (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: R & P Appliances Care., around 0.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of District Heights mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
First up for District Heights: SK Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.1 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Forestville, 4.2 stars from 420 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 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), undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
The units run a defrost cycle with a defrost heater, and meltwater flows to a drain pan, which explains sizzling or gurgling sounds. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
- Ice dispenser not working. If ice is lodged in the dispenser, set a towel and dish under the chute and let the ice thaw on its own. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
If the ice maker has a reset button, press and hold it for a few seconds; if not, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and plug it back in. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in District Heights and freezer repair in District Heights.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- Vacuum the undercounter ice maker's condenser fins behind the lower access panel with the unit unplugged, since a clogged condenser reduces ice output. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for District Heights
Most ice maker calls in District Heights 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 District Heights
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: District Heights, MD
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a District Heights technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.