Whirlpool owners in Soldotna usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Soldotna, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Soldotna AK
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 62 miles of Soldotna. 1 of them are based in Soldotna itself, and other nearby bases include Anchorage (4) and Homer (1). Distances run up to about 62 miles. No company within 90 miles of Soldotna mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Tims Appliance Repair and Service, around 1.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Soldotna is inside its regular service area.
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| Repair companies inside 62 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 59.8, 60.9 |
At the top of the Soldotna list: Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (61.9 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Reliable Appliance (61.4 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miller Appliance Repair of Anchorage (60.9 miles away, based in Anchorage, lists Saturday hours); Dave the Appliance Guy (61.4 miles away, based in Anchorage, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Freestanding ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the drain cap is tight on the water pan and run the cleaning cycle. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
If the ice maker has a reset button, press and hold it for a few seconds; if not, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and plug it back in. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PO | Power outage alert: power was lost and the freezer warmed to about 18°F or higher. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - PO Error Code - Refrigerator |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Soldotna
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Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- Clean the ice bin with water and a soft cloth and dry it fully before putting it back, since ice particles left in a dirty bin cause clumping. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
- Run the cleaning cycle on a freestanding ice maker with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the cleaning light comes on, at least every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Why the Freestanding Ice Maker Should be Cleaned?
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Soldotna
Most ice maker calls in Soldotna 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.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Soldotna
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Soldotna, AK
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Soldotna technician bring the right parts.