Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Downers Grove involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Downers Grove list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Downers Grove
Within 30 miles of Downers Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Downers Grove, and the rest are spread across Darien (6), Naperville (5), and Lisle (4). No company within 30 miles of Downers Grove names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Town & Country Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Downers Grove. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Downers Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
The leading options for Downers Grove are Maytag Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (9.3 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (4.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Maytag Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Common Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Keeping a Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Downers Grove Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Downers Grove 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Downers Grove
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Downers Grove, IL
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Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Downers Grove technician bring the right parts.