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 Franklin
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Franklin. 1 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Bowling Green (6), Hendersonville (6), and Springfield (4). Nearest on the list: Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 8.4, 9.3 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Magically Repaired (8.4 miles away, based in Woodburn, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (29.0 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bowling Green and South Central KY (16.9 miles away, based in Bowling Green, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Bowling Green, 4.4 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. Defrost the freezer, and on chest models do it whenever frost reaches about 1/4 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Franklin and freezer repair in Franklin.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Franklin
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Franklin Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, KY
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Franklin
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Franklin
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Franklin technician bring the right parts.