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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Du Quoin IL
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Du Quoin. 1 of them are based in Du Quoin itself, and the rest are spread across Belleville (4), Centralia (3), and Marion (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 2 of them mention Whirlpool in their listing or website. The closest is L & L Technical., about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses. Du Quoin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Du Quoin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention Whirlpool | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Mention freezers | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 17.4, 18.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
First up for Du Quoin: Appliance Wizard (24.5 miles away, based in Marion, 4.8 stars from 1,351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance & Repair (45.8 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
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
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Du Quoin and freezer repair in Du Quoin.
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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Du Quoin Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Du Quoin 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Du Quoin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Du Quoin, IL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Related Repair Pages for Du Quoin
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Du Quoin
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Du Quoin technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.