Whirlpool owners in South Miami Heights usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The South Miami Heights list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near South Miami Heights
Within 30 miles of South Miami Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Miami (24), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). The closest is APPLIANCE REPAIR SOLUTIONS, LLC, about 0.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near South Miami Heights name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
First up for South Miami Heights: Los Nachos Appliance Services (2.7 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Santallana Electronic,Corp (4.6 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Applianceteck (4.8 miles away, based in Miami, 4.6 stars from 438 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in South Miami Heights and freezer repair in South Miami Heights.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around South Miami Heights
Most ice maker calls in South Miami Heights 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near South Miami Heights
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: South Miami Heights, FL
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Related Repair Pages for South Miami Heights
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near South Miami Heights
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a South Miami Heights technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.