If your Whirlpool ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Talladega, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Talladega
40 repair companies serve Talladega from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (18), Anniston (4), and Pell City (2). His Way Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 14.4 miles from Talladega. None of the companies within 60 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Talladega is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.4, 14.5, 14.7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Talladega: Whirlpool (62.4 miles away, based in Cedartown, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); Coopers Appliance (14.7 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (34.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), side-by-side refrigerator, chest freezer, and upright freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Freezer not freezing. Check that nothing is pressed against the vents at the back of the freezer and look for ice buildup blocking them. Source: Whirlpool - 7 Freezer Problems & How to Help Fix Them
Testing or Resetting a Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
What Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Talladega and freezer repair in Talladega.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- Keep the freezer between 0°F and 5°F for ice production, and replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator lights. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- 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
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Talladega
Most ice maker calls in Talladega 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Talladega
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Talladega, AL
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Which Talladega technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Talladega
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Talladega
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Talladega technician bring the right parts.