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 Altadena, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Altadena
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Altadena. 1 list an address in Altadena, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (18), La Cañada Flintridge (5), and South Pasadena (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Altadena name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Rapid Altadena Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.4, 3.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
The leading options for Altadena are A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (3.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (5.0 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cool Neighbor Appliance & AC Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 5.0 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, and 4-door refrigerator.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
The freestanding ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, a room above 45°F, and production drops in rooms over 90°F. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 clumping in the bin. Break up clumps with a plastic utensil, check that nothing blocks the freezer door gasket, clean the bin and confirm the freezer is set near 0°. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Altadena Freezer Call
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Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Altadena, CA
Most ice maker calls in Altadena 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Repair Company in Altadena
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Altadena, CA
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Altadena
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Altadena
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Altadena technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.