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 Rome, 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, Rome GA
Within 30 miles of Rome there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Rome, and other nearby bases include Cartersville (5), Cedartown (2), and Calhoun (1). 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance World, around 0.9 miles out. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rome. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
The leading options for Rome are Whirlpool (18.2 miles away, based in Cedartown, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Whirlpool Corporation (64.0 miles away, based in Cleveland, 2.7 stars from 12 reviews); Eddie Chubb Appliance Services (4.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include convertible chest freezer, upright freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and side-by-side refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Whirlpool's standalone ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate, release the ice sheet onto a cutter grid, drain the mineral-laden water each cycle, and store cubes in an unrefrigerated bin where some melting is normal. Source: Whirlpool - How Your Ice Maker Works (ice maker use and care guide W11256912)
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. Defrost the freezer, and on chest models do it whenever frost reaches about 1/4 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Rome and freezer repair in Rome.
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
- Defrost a chest freezer when frost reaches about 1/4 inch and at least once a year, removing the drain cap first and using a plastic scraper. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 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?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Rome Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Rome 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Rome
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rome, GA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Which Rome technicians work on Whirlpool?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Rome
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Rome technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.