Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Oxon Hill involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Oxon Hill list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Oxon Hill
40 repair companies serve Oxon Hill from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Alexandria (13), Arlington (9), and Washington (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Oxon Hill name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Butler's Appliances, about 1.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oxon Hill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Oxon Hill are SK Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (7.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
The freestanding ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, a room above 45°F, and production drops in rooms over 90°F. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
The Whirlpool Ice Maker Test
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Gets Fixed on a Oxon Hill Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Oxon Hill and freezer repair in Oxon Hill.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Oxon Hill
Most ice maker calls in Oxon Hill 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.
Questions to Ask a Oxon Hill Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Oxon Hill, MD
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Oxon Hill technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.