A Whirlpool ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Gardner
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gardner. 1 of them are based in Gardner itself, and other nearby bases include Kansas City (11), Overland Park (9), and Lawrence (6). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is Rainbow vacuum repair, about 1.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Gardner mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 9.2, 11.1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
First up for Gardner: Tager Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Lawrence, 4.4 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ESR Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration (25.9 miles away, based in Raymore, 5.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (21.1 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone 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
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)
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
- 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
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Gardner
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Gardner and freezer repair in Gardner.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Gardner
Most ice maker calls in Gardner 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Gardner
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gardner, KS
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Gardner technician bring the right parts.