Whirlpool owners in Gulfport usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Gulfport list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Gulfport FL
40 repair companies serve Gulfport from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across St. Petersburg (28), Largo (4), and Kenneth City (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Gulfport name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: APPLIANCES 2U, LLC, around 0.9 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.6, 2.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Gulfport: Same-Day Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); American Appliance Inc (5.3 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (10.6 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Small or hollow cubes / low ice production. Low water pressure, a kinked line or a clogged or poorly seated filter can all cut flow to the ice maker, and a new install can take about three days to reach full output. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Low Ice Production - Side by Side Refrigerator
- Ice clumping in the bin. Break up clumps with a plastic utensil, check that nothing blocks the freezer door gasket, clean the bin and confirm the freezer is set near 0°. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - 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
Reading a Whirlpool Error Code
| 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 tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a Gulfport Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Gulfport and freezer repair in Gulfport.
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
- 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.
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:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Gulfport
Most ice maker calls in Gulfport 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.
Before You Book in Gulfport
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gulfport, FL
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Gulfport
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Gulfport technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.