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. The Yreka list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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, Yreka CA
We found 9 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Yreka. The rest are spread across Medford (4), Grants Pass (3), and Klamath Falls (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. C&R Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 41.9 miles from Yreka. No company within 90 miles of Yreka mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 9 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Yreka is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 41.9, 42.8, 43.6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
The leading options for Yreka are C&R Appliance Services (41.9 miles away, based in Medford, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Just-in Time Appliance Repair (42.8 miles away, based in Medford, 4.8 stars from 233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.6 miles away, based in Klamath Falls, 4.6 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.9 miles away, based in Grants Pass, 4.2 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells convertible chest freezer, upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and 4-door refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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)
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?
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freezer not freezing. Check that nothing is pressed against the vents at the back of the freezer and look for ice buildup blocking them. Source: Whirlpool - 7 Freezer Problems & How to Help Fix Them
- 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)
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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Yreka
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Yreka and freezer repair in Yreka.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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)
- 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)
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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Yreka, CA
Most ice maker calls in Yreka 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 Yreka
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Yreka, CA
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Yreka
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Yreka
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Yreka technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.