Maytag owners in Des Moines usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Des Moines 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.
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Des Moines
Within 30 miles of Des Moines there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Des Moines itself, and other nearby bases include Kent (13), Auburn (9), and Tukwila (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Hub Co., around 2.7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Des Moines name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Des Moines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.7, 3.0, 3.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
At the top of the Des Moines list: Expert Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Appliances Repair Solutions (7.1 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (7.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Maytag ice maker you have before you call: Maytag sells in-door ice maker and in-freezer ice maker.
Maytag Ice and Freezer Features
How Maytag Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Chest and upright freezers usually have their condenser coils built into the cabinet walls where they can't be reached, while refrigerator-freezer combinations may have external coils that can be vacuumed. Source: Maytag - Freezer Troubleshooting
Maytag Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Freezer too cold. Confirm the setting is within about a degree of 0°F, make sure food isn't blocking vents or the evaporator fan, and turn off an ice maker that isn't connected to water. Source: Maytag - What to Do If Your Freezer Is Too Cold
Maytag Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Des Moines Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Maytag problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Des Moines and freezer repair in Des Moines.
Keeping a Maytag Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- 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?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Des Moines
Most ice maker calls in Des Moines 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Des Moines
- How often do you repair Maytag ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Des Moines, WA
Is this Maytag customer service?
Do you repair Maytag standalone freezers too?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag refrigerator?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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