Whirlpool owners in Goldenrod usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Goldenrod, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Goldenrod
40 repair companies serve Goldenrod from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Orlando (14), Winter Park (7), and Oviedo (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Goldenrod Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Goldenrod name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Goldenrod. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
The leading options for Goldenrod are Appliance Experts Commercial (4.5 miles away, based in Winter Park, 5.0 stars from 191 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.6 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JL Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Orlando, 5.0 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Orlando (1.3 miles away, based in Winter Park, 4.5 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
- Ice maker leaking. Confirm the water filter is installed correctly and look for a loose water connection at the back of the unit or the hinge area. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Leaking from the Ice Maker - Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
- 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
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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Goldenrod and freezer repair in Goldenrod.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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)
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Goldenrod
Most ice maker calls in Goldenrod 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Goldenrod Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Goldenrod, FL
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Which Goldenrod technicians work on Whirlpool?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Related Repair Pages for Goldenrod
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Goldenrod
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Goldenrod technician bring the right parts.