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 Palm River-Clair Mel, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Palm River-Clair Mel FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palm River-Clair Mel. Other nearby bases include Tampa (18), Brandon (12), and Riverview (5). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Appliances Plus Solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Palm River-Clair Mel. 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 37 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 3.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
First up for Palm River-Clair Mel: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (5.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (3.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (5.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells convertible chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and side-by-side refrigerator.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Compressor hums but will not start
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Palm River-Clair Mel
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Palm River-Clair Mel and freezer repair in Palm River-Clair Mel.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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?
- Keep the freezer between 0°F and 5°F for ice production, and replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator lights. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Palm River-Clair Mel
Most ice maker calls in Palm River-Clair Mel 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 Palm River-Clair Mel
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Palm River-Clair Mel, FL
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Palm River-Clair Mel technician bring the right parts.