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. Below are independent repair companies serving Chelsea, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Chelsea
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chelsea. Other nearby bases include Boston (10), Cambridge (6), and Revere (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Revere Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Chelsea. No company within 90 miles of Chelsea 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 4.5 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
First up for Chelsea: Master of Appliances Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Yale Appliance (6.5 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.5 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Express (2.9 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- Small or hollow cubes / low ice production. Low water pressure, a kinked line or a clogged or poorly seated filter can all cut flow to the ice maker, and a new install can take about three days to reach full output. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Low Ice Production - Side by Side Refrigerator
Testing or Resetting a Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Chelsea
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Chelsea and freezer repair in Chelsea.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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)
- 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
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
What Chelsea Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Chelsea 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Chelsea Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chelsea, MA
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Related Repair Pages for Chelsea
More Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
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.