Whirlpool owners in Soledad usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Soledad
Within 60 miles of Soledad there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Soledad itself, and the rest are spread across Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (4). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. Nearest on the list: Andersen Appliance, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Soledad name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Soledad is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 21.4, 22.5 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 44 |
The leading options for Soledad are Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Service Co. (22.5 miles away, based in Salinas, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Golden State Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
Whirlpool's standalone ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate, release the ice sheet onto a cutter grid, drain the mineral-laden water each cycle, and store cubes in an unrefrigerated bin where some melting is normal. Source: Whirlpool - How Your Ice Maker Works (ice maker use and care guide W11256912)
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)
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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Soledad and freezer repair in Soledad.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Soledad
Most ice maker calls in Soledad 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 Soledad Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Soledad, CA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Soledad
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Soledad
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Soledad technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.