Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Meraux involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Meraux
40 repair companies serve Meraux from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Meraux itself, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Meraux Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Meraux. No company within 90 miles of Meraux mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Meraux. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
First up for Meraux: A-Pro Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (14.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (15.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and dual ice makers. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells 4-door refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
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
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Meraux and freezer repair in Meraux.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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
- 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)
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Meraux
Most ice maker calls in Meraux 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.
Before You Book in Meraux
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Meraux, LA
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Which Meraux technicians work on Whirlpool?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.