Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Melville involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Melville list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Who Works on Maytag Ice Makers Near Melville
40 repair companies serve Melville from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Melville itself, and the rest are spread across Farmingdale (4), Huntington (4), and Syosset (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sterling Service Group, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Melville name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Melville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
Closest matches for Melville: Americold Commercial Refrigeration Consultants Inc. (2.0 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (2.1 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (3.1 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Designs
Maytag ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- Freezer not freezing. Start by clearing out an overpacked freezer, because crowded shelves can block airflow to the evaporator fan. Source: Maytag - Why Is My Freezer Not Freezing?
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Gets Fixed on a Melville Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Melville and freezer repair in Melville.
Care Maytag Recommends
- 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
- 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
Maytag Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Melville
Most ice maker calls in Melville 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Melville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Melville, NY
Is my Maytag ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Maytag chest or upright freezer?
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Write down any code or light your Maytag display shows and when it appears. It helps a Melville technician bring the right parts.