Maytag owners in Gilroy usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Gilroy list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent Maytag Ice Maker Technicians, Gilroy CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gilroy. 3 list an address in Gilroy, and other nearby bases include San Jose (10), Salinas (8), and Watsonville (4). No company within 90 miles of Gilroy mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. GilTech Appliance Inc is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Gilroy. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 1.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
First up for Gilroy: Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GilTech Appliance Inc (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Joy Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Art Appliance (23.9 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
What a Maytag Technician Deals With
Chest and upright freezers usually have their condenser coils built into the cabinet walls where they can't be reached, while refrigerator-freezer combinations may have external coils that can be vacuumed. Source: Maytag - Freezer Troubleshooting
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker not making ice. Confirm the freezer is set to 0°F, then check that the ice maker is turned on and its shutoff arm is down. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- Ice dispenser not working. Make sure the control lock and Sabbath mode are off, break up clumped ice with a plastic utensil, and confirm an in-door ice bin is fully snapped in place. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - Refrigerator
Before You Call: The Maytag Reset
Maytag says to press and hold the ice maker's reset button for a few seconds if the model has one, or otherwise unplug the refrigerator for one minute, then allow a couple of hours before checking for ice. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Making Ice - Refrigerator
Maytag Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- An error code or temperature alarm
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Gilroy and freezer repair in Gilroy.
Owner Care for Maytag Ice Makers
- On freezers without automatic defrost, defrost and clean the unit when frost reaches about 1/4 inch thick, and at least once a year. Source: Maytag Product Help - How to Avoid Frost Build Up
- Keep the freezer at about 0°F; Maytag says the ice maker stops producing above about 5°F, and a setting that is far too low can freeze water before it reaches the mold. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Troubleshooting
Maytag Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Gilroy
Most ice maker calls in Gilroy 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Gilroy
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gilroy, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag ice makers?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you repair Maytag standalone freezers too?
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Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Gilroy technician bring the right parts.