Whirlpool owners in Normal usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Normal list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Normal IL
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Normal. 2 list an address in Normal, and other nearby bases include Bloomington (13), Clinton (2), and Carlock (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Big Lar's Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Normal name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Normal. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
At the top of the Normal list: Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (3.6 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.6 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chambers Services (3.6 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.8 stars from 1,926 reviews); Big Lar's Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and 4-door refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Testing or Resetting a Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
What Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Normal
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Normal and freezer repair in Normal.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Normal
Most ice maker calls in Normal 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Normal
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Normal, IL
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Normal technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.