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 Parkville list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Parkville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Parkville. 4 of them are based in Parkville itself, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (23), Towson (3), and Dundalk (2). Distances run up to about 11 miles. No company within 90 miles of Parkville mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: G E Appliance Services, around 0.8 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Parkville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.8, 1.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
At the top of the Parkville list: All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (6.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.0 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.5 stars from 869 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, 4-door refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Freezer not freezing. Check that nothing is pressed against the vents at the back of the freezer and look for ice buildup blocking them. Source: Whirlpool - 7 Freezer Problems & How to Help Fix Them
- 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
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Parkville and freezer repair in Parkville.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Parkville, MD
Most ice maker calls in Parkville 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 Parkville Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Parkville, MD
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Parkville technician bring the right parts.