Whirlpool owners in Santa Monica usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Santa Monica, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Santa Monica
40 repair companies serve Santa Monica from within 30 miles. 13 list an address in Santa Monica, and other nearby bases include Beverly Hills (9), Los Angeles (8), and Culver City (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Santa Monica mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Everest Tower Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
The leading options for Santa Monica are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Monica Appliance Repair Services (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (5.3 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells 4-door refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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?
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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)
- 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
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
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Santa Monica and freezer repair in Santa Monica.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Santa Monica, CA
Most ice maker calls in Santa Monica 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).
Before You Book in Santa Monica
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Santa Monica
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.