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. The Prien 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 Prien
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Prien. Other nearby bases include Lake Charles (7), Beaumont (7), and Orange (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: R C Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Prien 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 4.2 stars across 26 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Prien is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 2.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
At the top of the Prien list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westlake Refrigeration & Appliance Services (7.5 miles away, based in Westlake, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews); C&C Home Appliances (4.6 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.4 stars from 221 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include chest freezer, convertible chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and 4-door refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
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
- Ice clumping in the bin. Break up clumps with a plastic utensil, check that nothing blocks the freezer door gasket, clean the bin and confirm the freezer is set near 0°. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
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
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Prien
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Prien and freezer repair in Prien.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Prien
Most ice maker calls in Prien 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Prien
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Prien, LA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Which Prien technicians work on Whirlpool?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Prien
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Prien technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.