Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Hillcrest Heights involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Hillcrest Heights list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hillcrest Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hillcrest Heights. 2 list an address in Hillcrest Heights, and other nearby bases include Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. None of the repair companies near Hillcrest Heights name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Hillcrest Heights: SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Forestville, 4.2 stars from 420 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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)
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- Ice maker leaking. Confirm the water filter is installed correctly and look for a loose water connection at the back of the unit or the hinge area. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Leaking from the Ice Maker - Bottom Freezer 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Hillcrest Heights
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hillcrest Heights and freezer repair in Hillcrest Heights.
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
- 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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Hillcrest Heights
Most ice maker calls in Hillcrest Heights 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Hillcrest Heights
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hillcrest Heights, MD
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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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.