If your Whirlpool ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Kathleen, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Kathleen FL
Within 30 miles of Kathleen there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Wesley Chapel (8), and Zephyrhills (5). Distances run up to about 19 miles. None of the repair companies near Kathleen 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: Mike's Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kathleen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 4.0, 5.5 |
At the top of the Kathleen list: Perfect Appliance Repair Tampa (14.1 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); TB Electronix (11.9 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (8.2 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Kathleen and freezer repair in Kathleen.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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)
- 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.
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Kathleen
Most ice maker calls in Kathleen 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 Kathleen
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kathleen, FL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Kathleen
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Kathleen technician bring the right parts.