A Whirlpool ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Thermalito CA
40 repair companies serve Thermalito from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Auburn (10), Rocklin (8), and Chico (4). Distances run up to about 52 miles. None of the repair companies near Thermalito name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Pye's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Thermalito. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Thermalito is inside its regular service area.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.9, 6.9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
First up for Thermalito: Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (18.0 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.9 miles away, based in Grass Valley, 4.3 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Appliance Repair (50.4 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells 4-door refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- 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 dispenser not working. First confirm whether the ice maker is producing ice at all, and if ice is made but not dropping, unplug the refrigerator for about a minute to reset it. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - Refrigerator
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
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Thermalito Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Thermalito and freezer repair in Thermalito.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Thermalito, CA
Most ice maker calls in Thermalito 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 Thermalito Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Thermalito, CA
Which Thermalito technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Thermalito
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Thermalito
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Thermalito technician bring the right parts.