Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Braidwood involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Braidwood list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on Maytag Ice Makers Near Braidwood
Within 30 miles of Braidwood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Joliet (16), Plainfield (6), and Mokena (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Walsh Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Braidwood. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 12.8, 17.3 |
Closest matches for Braidwood: Maytag (36.4 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (45.3 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag Appliance Repair (62.0 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Maytag ice maker you have before you call: Maytag sells in-freezer ice maker and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, convertible chest freezer (freezer-to-fridge), top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Maytag Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Common Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
Signs Your Maytag Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Braidwood Freezer Call
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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
- 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?
What Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Braidwood Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Braidwood 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Braidwood
- How often do you repair Maytag ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Braidwood, IL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Which Braidwood technicians work on Maytag?
Why is my Maytag refrigerator showing a code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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The technicians listed for Braidwood also cover smaller towns nearby, including Coal City, Wilmington, and Dwight. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Maytag ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Braidwood technician bring the right parts.