Whirlpool owners in Boone usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Boone, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Boone IA
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Boone. The rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Ankeny (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 1 lists Whirlpool specifically. Nearest on the list: Ken's Appliance & Services LLC, around 13.6 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Boone is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 34 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.6, 26.4, 27.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
At the top of the Boone list: Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (27.6 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (13.6 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells convertible chest freezer, chest freezer, upright freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice dispenser not working. First confirm whether the ice maker is producing ice at all, and if ice is made but not dropping, unplug the refrigerator for about a minute to reset it. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - 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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Boone and freezer repair in Boone.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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?
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Boone Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Boone 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Boone
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Boone, IA
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Boone
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Boone
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Boone technician bring the right parts.