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 Naugatuck list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Naugatuck
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Naugatuck. The rest are spread across New Haven (7), Waterbury (6), and Shelton (4). Distances run up to about 14 miles. No company within 90 miles of Naugatuck mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Cb Appliance Repair & Sales.., about 4.2 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Naugatuck. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 4.6, 4.7 |
The leading options for Naugatuck are ACE APPLIANCE SERVICE (10.8 miles away, based in Plantsville, 3.9 stars from 45 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Meriden, 4.6 stars from 156 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moe Appliances Repair LLC (12.0 miles away, based in Wallingford, 4.9 stars from 1,419 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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 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 Symptoms and First Checks
- 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)
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
What Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Naugatuck
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Naugatuck and freezer repair in Naugatuck.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- Run the cleaning cycle on a freestanding ice maker with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the cleaning light comes on, at least every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Why the Freestanding Ice Maker Should be Cleaned?
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:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Naugatuck
Most ice maker calls in Naugatuck 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Naugatuck
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Naugatuck, CT
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Naugatuck technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.