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. Below are independent repair companies serving Augusta, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Augusta
38 repair companies serve Augusta from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Augusta, and other nearby bases include Wichita (29), Leon (2), and Towanda (1). Distances run up to about 22 miles. No company within 90 miles of Augusta mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Jim's Refrigeration & Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Augusta. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 6.1, 8.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
Closest matches for Augusta: Mr. Appliance of Wichita (19.7 miles away, based in Park City, 4.9 stars from 1,234 reviews); Appliance Nerd (21.8 miles away, based in Wichita, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews); Jim's Refrigeration & Appliance Services (1.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Mixer (12.7 miles away, based in Douglass, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice makers.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Error Code
| 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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Augusta
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Augusta and freezer repair in Augusta.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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)
- 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.
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:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Augusta Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Augusta 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Before You Book in Augusta
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Augusta, KS
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Augusta
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Augusta technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.