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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near La Habra
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of La Habra. 1 of them are based in La Habra itself, and the rest are spread across Fullerton (9), Whittier (6), and Buena Park (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. None of the repair companies near La Habra 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: La Habra Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.0, 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
First up for La Habra: Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roy Appliance Pros (5.4 miles away, based in Buena Park, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EZ Whittier Appliance (6.3 miles away, based in Whittier, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
- 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)
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
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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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)
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around La Habra
Most ice maker calls in La Habra 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).
Questions to Ask a La Habra Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: La Habra, CA
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a La Habra technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.