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. The Broussard 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Broussard
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Broussard. 1 list an address in Broussard, and other nearby bases include Lafayette (7), Maurice (3), and Opelousas (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Havens Heating and Cooling, about 3.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Broussard name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.6, 5.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
At the top of the Broussard list: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (6.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handy Hands (17.9 miles away, based in New Iberia, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews); Mitch Romero's Appliance & A/C Repair Service, Inc. (14.8 miles away, based in Maurice, 4.6 stars from 227 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
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)
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
- 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
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
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Broussard and freezer repair in Broussard.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Leave at least 2.75 inches of clearance on both sides and the back of a chest freezer, and never cover it with blankets or cloths. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Broussard
Most ice maker calls in Broussard 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Broussard
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Broussard, LA
Which Broussard technicians work on Whirlpool?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Broussard, LA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Broussard technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.