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. The Midlothian list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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, Midlothian IL
Within 30 miles of Midlothian there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Midlothian, and other nearby bases include Chicago (6), Orland Park (5), and Tinley Park (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Emergency Appliance Repair in Midlothian is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Midlothian. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 27 rated companies in range average 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the Midlothian list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Terry's Service Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Country Club Hills Appliance Repair Services (4.0 miles away, based in Country Club Hills, 3.3 stars from 6 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-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, and upright freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
- 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
- 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
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Midlothian and freezer repair in Midlothian.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Midlothian, IL
Most ice maker calls in Midlothian 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.
Questions to Ask a Midlothian Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Midlothian, IL
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Midlothian technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.