Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Forestville involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Forestville 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.
Who Works on Maytag Ice Makers Near Forestville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forestville. 2 list an address in Forestville, and other nearby bases include Washington (16), Hillcrest Heights (2), and Upper Marlboro (2). 1 of them mentions Maytag in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Executive Cellular, TV and Appliances, around 0.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 1.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
First up for Forestville: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (12.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (8.8 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 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. Freezer styles include convertible chest freezer (freezer-to-fridge), side-by-side refrigerator, chest freezer, and upright freezer.
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Maytag Ice Maker Repairs Different
Maytag specifies 1/4-inch soft copper or PEX supply tubing with a service loop, and warns that pushing the refrigerator too far back can pinch the line and cut flow to the ice maker. 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
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Check first that the refrigerator is level, because a tilted unit can keep water from going where it should. Source: Maytag - Ice Maker Leaking Water
- Small or hollow cubes. Maytag points to the water line, so check it for kinks, bulges or damage and consider copper tubing. 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
Maytag Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What Gets Fixed on a Forestville Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Maytag problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Forestville and freezer repair in Forestville.
Owner Care for Maytag Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Forestville
Most ice maker calls in Forestville 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Forestville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Forestville, MD
Can the same technician fix my Maytag chest or upright freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Forestville, MD
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Forestville
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Forestville
The technicians listed for Forestville also cover smaller towns nearby, including District Heights and Westphalia. 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 Forestville technician bring the right parts.