Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Richmond involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Richmond list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Maytag Ice Maker Technicians, Richmond CA
Within 30 miles of Richmond there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 of them are based in Richmond itself, and other nearby bases include Berkeley (7), Oakland (7), and El Cerrito (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. None of the repair companies near Richmond name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Reliable Richmond Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
At the top of the Richmond list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Berkeley, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urban Appliance Repair LLC (8.8 miles away, based in Emeryville, 5.0 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H.A.R. Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in El Sobrante, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Maytag ice maker you have before you call: Maytag sells in-freezer ice maker and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, Maytag sells top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Technician Deals With
Depending on the model, the ice maker sits either in the freezer compartment or in the fresh food door (Store-N-Door and In-Door-Ice systems). Source: Maytag - Refrigerators
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 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
Testing or Resetting a Maytag Ice Maker
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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Richmond
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Care Maytag Recommends
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Richmond, CA
Most ice maker calls in Richmond 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Richmond
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Maytag ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Richmond, CA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is this Maytag customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag ice makers?
Is my Maytag ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Richmond
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Richmond
Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Richmond technician bring the right parts.