Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Scranton 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 Scranton, 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, Scranton PA
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Scranton. 7 list an address in Scranton, and other nearby bases include Pittston (3), Eynon (2), and Wilkes-Barre Township (2). The closest is Tom's Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Scranton name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Scranton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
At the top of the Scranton list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Ice Maker
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 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
- 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
Signs Your Maytag Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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
- 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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Scranton Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Scranton 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Repair Company in Scranton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Maytag ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Scranton, PA
Is my Maytag ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why is my Maytag refrigerator showing a code?
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Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Scranton
Maytag ice maker and freezer repair for Taylor, Moosic, and Old Forge is handled by the same companies listed for Scranton. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Scranton technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Maytag ice maker itself.