Maytag owners in University City usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The University City 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 University City
40 repair companies serve University City from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in University City, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (24), Hazelwood (3), and Affton (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 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 closest is All American Appliance and HVAC Services, about 0.5 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for University City: Advantage Maytag (17.4 miles away, based in Collinsville, 3.9 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (0.5 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (2.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Ice Maker
How Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Owner Care for Maytag Ice Makers
- Replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator light comes on, make sure it is locked in and sealed, and flush the water system after a change. Source: Maytag Product Help - How to Troubleshoot the Ice Maker
- 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?
Budgeting for a Maytag Ice Maker Repair
Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around University City
Most ice maker calls in University City 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 Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in University City
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: University City, MO
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you work for Maytag?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag ice makers?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a University City technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Maytag ice maker itself.