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. The Byram 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.
Independent Maytag Ice Maker Technicians, Byram MS
37 repair companies serve Byram from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. None of the repair companies near Byram name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Running Appliance Repair Jackson.. is the nearest, roughly 7.2 miles from Byram. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.2, 7.8, 8.1 |
First up for Byram: Mr. Appliance of Madison (20.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (15.3 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Fixit Refrigeration & Appliance Inc (16.8 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Designs
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 upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer (freezer-to-fridge).
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
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
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
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Pull the ice bin and chip away built-up ice with a plastic knife, or defrost the freezer if the buildup is too large, and check for a frozen or kinked water line. 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
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Byram
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Byram and freezer repair in Byram.
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
- 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
Maytag Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Byram, MS
Most ice maker calls in Byram 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Byram
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Byram, MS
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Can the same technician fix my Maytag chest or upright freezer?
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Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Byram
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.