Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Millbrae involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Millbrae, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Who Works on Maytag Ice Makers Near Millbrae
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Millbrae. 2 of them are based in Millbrae itself, and other nearby bases include Burlingame (12), San Mateo (9), and South San Francisco (8). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Any Appliance Repair, Inc., about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Millbrae name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 37 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 1.9 |
First up for Millbrae: Appliance Repair Today (3.2 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.8 stars from 539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in South San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
What a Maytag Technician Deals With
Icy water can refreeze on the stripper and form an ice bridge that jams the harvest fingers, which Maytag says should be cleared with a plastic utensil only. Source: Maytag Product Help - How to Troubleshoot the Freestanding Ice Maker
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
Common Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freezer too cold. Confirm the setting is within about a degree of 0°F, make sure food isn't blocking vents or the evaporator fan, and turn off an ice maker that isn't connected to water. Source: Maytag - What to Do If Your Freezer Is Too Cold
- 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
The Maytag Ice Maker Test
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
When to Call for Maytag Ice Maker Repair
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Millbrae
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Care Maytag Recommends
- Check door gaskets with the paper test: close the door on a sheet of paper and replace the seal if it slides out with little resistance. Source: Maytag - Why Is My Freezer Not Freezing?
- If dispensed ice isn't used regularly, empty and clean the ice bin and chute about every two weeks, wiping the chute and bin bottom with a warm damp cloth and drying them well. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - Refrigerator
Maytag Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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 Millbrae
Most ice maker calls in Millbrae 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).
Before You Book in Millbrae
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Millbrae, CA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Which Millbrae technicians work on Maytag?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag refrigerator?
Why is my Maytag refrigerator showing a code?
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Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Millbrae
Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Millbrae technician bring the right parts.