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.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Waldorf
Within 30 miles of Waldorf there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Waldorf, and the rest are spread across Alexandria (12), Fort Washington (4), and Lorton (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Waldorf 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 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waldorf. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
The leading options for Waldorf are Appliance Care (14.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Guys (16.1 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (15.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (17.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, dual ice makers, and In-Door-Ice system, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, and four-door refrigerator.
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
The KitchenAid Ice Maker Test
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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Waldorf and freezer repair in Waldorf.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- Change the undercounter ice maker's water filter about every 9 months or 2,000 gallons, sooner with very hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Waldorf
Most ice maker calls in Waldorf 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 Waldorf
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Waldorf, MD
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Which Waldorf technicians work on KitchenAid?
Related Repair Pages for Waldorf
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Waldorf
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Waldorf technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.