Most Maytag ice maker and freezer repairs in Newport News 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 Newport News, 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, Newport News VA
40 repair companies serve Newport News from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Newport News, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (8), Hampton (5), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is News Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Newport News name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newport News. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 2.8, 4.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
First up for Newport News: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (19.5 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Best Day Appliance (15.8 miles away, based in Williamsburg, 4.8 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G H Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Yorktown, 4.9 stars from 2,845 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Maytag Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. On the freezer side, Maytag sells chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and convertible chest freezer (freezer-to-fridge).
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
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
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Testing or Resetting a Maytag Ice Maker
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
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Inside a Freezer 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Ice Maker Repair
A Maytag ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Newport News
Most ice maker calls in Newport News 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Newport News
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Newport News, VA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Newport News technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Maytag ice maker itself.