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. The Arkadelphia 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, Arkadelphia AR
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Arkadelphia. Other nearby bases include Little Rock (10), Hot Springs (4), and Benton (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Chuck's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 24.4 miles from Arkadelphia. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 14 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Arkadelphia is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.4, 24.5, 25.3 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
First up for Arkadelphia: Chuck's Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.8 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.0 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.2 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. Defrost the freezer, and on chest models do it whenever frost reaches about 1/4 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
The Whirlpool Ice Maker Test
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
Reading a Whirlpool Error Code
| 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 clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Arkadelphia
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Arkadelphia and freezer repair in Arkadelphia.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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)
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Arkadelphia, AR
Most ice maker calls in Arkadelphia 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. § 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Arkadelphia
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Arkadelphia, AR
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Arkadelphia technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.