A Whirlpool ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Carrollton, 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.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Carrollton GA
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Carrollton. 1 of them are based in Carrollton itself, and other nearby bases include Douglasville (6), Dallas (3), and Villa Rica (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: BG APPLIANCE REPAIR INC, around 2.9 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Carrollton names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 22 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 9.1, 11.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
At the top of the Carrollton list: Whirlpool (31.4 miles away, based in Cedartown, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Douglasville (20.7 miles away, based in Douglasville, 4.7 stars from 997 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BG APPLIANCE REPAIR INC (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deep South Appliance Service (28.1 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 265 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-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
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How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- 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
- Freezer not freezing. Check that nothing is pressed against the vents at the back of the freezer and look for ice buildup blocking them. Source: Whirlpool - 7 Freezer Problems & How to Help Fix Them
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Carrollton
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Carrollton and freezer repair in Carrollton.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Carrollton
Most ice maker calls in Carrollton 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Carrollton
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Carrollton, GA
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Which Carrollton technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Carrollton technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.