A Maytag 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. Below are independent repair companies serving Gibsonton, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Maytag Ice Maker Technicians, Gibsonton FL
Within 30 miles of Gibsonton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Gibsonton itself, and other nearby bases include Tampa (11), Brandon (11), and Riverview (7). None of the repair companies near Gibsonton name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Caspi Home Service is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Gibsonton. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 3.2, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
Closest matches for Gibsonton: Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (7.5 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (8.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Pro (4.1 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (9.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Maytag ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
How Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Maytag says the ice maker's water valve needs at least 20 psi to work, with a healthy supply running roughly 30 to 120 psi, and that kinks, clogs or a filter older than six months can starve it of water. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Troubleshooting
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- Frost buildup in freezer. Inspect and clean the door seals, avoid warm or uncovered food and frequent door openings, and defrost once frost is about 1/4 inch thick. Source: Maytag Product Help - How to Avoid Frost Build Up
- 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
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
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Gibsonton
Not sure it is a Maytag problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Gibsonton and freezer repair in Gibsonton.
Care Maytag Recommends
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- 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
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Gibsonton, FL
Most ice maker calls in Gibsonton 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Gibsonton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gibsonton, FL
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Is my Maytag ice maker worth repairing?
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Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gibsonton
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.