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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Gaithersburg
Within 30 miles of Gaithersburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 of them are based in Gaithersburg itself, and the rest are spread across Rockville (10), Germantown (5), and Olney (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Gaithersburg name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Eddie's Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gaithersburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 1.0 |
Closest matches for Gaithersburg: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (4.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Montgomery County, MD (3.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and In-Door-Ice system, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells built-in side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), bottom-freezer refrigerator, and undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- 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
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Gaithersburg and freezer repair in Gaithersburg.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Gaithersburg
Most ice maker calls in Gaithersburg 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Gaithersburg
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gaithersburg, MD
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Gaithersburg
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gaithersburg
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Gaithersburg technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.