Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Homewood involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Homewood list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Homewood AL
Within 30 miles of Homewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Birmingham (27), Bessemer (5), and Hoover (2). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Homewood mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Same-Day Appliance Fix in Homewood, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
The leading options for Homewood are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (4.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Connection (3.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); Just Cooling Refrigeration LLC (Authorized LG Service Provider) (11.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews); Appliance Mechanic LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, 4-door refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Whirlpool refrigerator ice makers come in several styles: some are switched on by lowering a wire shutoff arm, others by an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, and digital models through the control panel menu. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Homewood and freezer repair in Homewood.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Leave at least 2.75 inches of clearance on both sides and the back of a chest freezer, and never cover it with blankets or cloths. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- Defrost a chest freezer when frost reaches about 1/4 inch and at least once a year, removing the drain cap first and using a plastic scraper. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Homewood
Most ice maker calls in Homewood 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Homewood
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Homewood, AL
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.