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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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Palos Verdes Estates CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Palos Verdes Estates. 1 list an address in Palos Verdes Estates, and other nearby bases include Torrance (14), Redondo Beach (5), and Rancho Palos Verdes (3). None of the repair companies near Palos Verdes Estates 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: A+ Appliance Repair Services, around 1.0 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palos Verdes Estates. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 2.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
First up for Palos Verdes Estates: Uks pro (3.9 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.9 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Haus Appliances (7.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Fast Appliance Repair, LLC (3.2 miles away, based in Rolling Hills Estates, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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
- Ice maker leaking. Confirm the water filter is installed correctly and look for a loose water connection at the back of the unit or the hinge area. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Leaking from the Ice Maker - Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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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)
- Clean the ice bin with water and a soft cloth and dry it fully before putting it back, since ice particles left in a dirty bin cause clumping. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Most ice maker calls in Palos Verdes Estates 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 Palos Verdes Estates Repair Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Palos Verdes Estates technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.