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 Forest Glen, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Forest Glen
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Forest Glen. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (10), Bethesda (8), and Washington (5). None of the repair companies near Forest Glen name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Forest Glen. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 |
The leading options for Forest Glen are ABV Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
Refrigerator ice makers come in several styles, switched by a wire shutoff arm (which a full bin lifts to the off position), an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, or the control panel menu on digital models. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
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
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Set the fridge to 33 to 40°F and the freezer to 0°F and let them run 24 hours; KitchenAid suggests a professional to thaw a frozen water line. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- 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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Forest Glen Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Forest Glen and freezer repair in Forest Glen.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- Run the undercounter ice maker's clean cycle (about 70 minutes) with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the clean light turns red or about every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Forest Glen Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Forest Glen, MD
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Forest Glen technician bring the right parts.