Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Sparks involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Sparks, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent Maytag Ice Maker Technicians, Sparks NV
25 repair companies serve Sparks from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Sparks itself, and the rest are spread across Reno (15), Carson City (2), and Sun Valley (1). None of the repair companies near Sparks name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service, about 3.3 miles away. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
First up for Sparks: Mr. Appliance of Reno (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service (3.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 330 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Maytag Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Maytag ice maker you have before you call: Maytag sells in-freezer ice maker and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer (freezer-to-fridge).
Maytag Lines Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
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
When to Call for Maytag Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Sparks Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Sparks and freezer repair in Sparks.
Care Maytag Recommends
- 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?
- 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
Maytag Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Sparks
Most ice maker calls in Sparks 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Sparks
- How often do you repair Maytag ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Sparks, NV
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Can the same technician fix my Maytag chest or upright freezer?
Do you work for Maytag?
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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.