Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Fenton involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Fenton 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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fenton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fenton. 1 list an address in Fenton, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Flint (4), and Burton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Fenton. No company within 90 miles of Fenton 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 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 8.1, 11.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 40 |
The leading options for Fenton are Michigan Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.6 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bill & Rod's Appliance (18.8 miles away, based in White Lake, 4.9 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Whirlpool refrigerator ice makers come in several styles: some are switched on by lowering a wire shutoff arm, others by an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, and digital models through the control panel menu. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Freestanding ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the drain cap is tight on the water pan and run the cleaning cycle. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- 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
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Fenton and freezer repair in Fenton.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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)
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Fenton
Most ice maker calls in Fenton 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Fenton
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fenton, MI
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Fenton technician bring the right parts.