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. Below are independent repair companies serving Huntington Woods, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Huntington Woods MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Huntington Woods. The rest are spread across Detroit (12), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). The closest is Ground Up Appliance Repairs and Installations, about 1.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Huntington Woods mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Huntington Woods. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.0 |
The leading options for Huntington Woods are Ground Up Appliance Repairs and Installations (1.4 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
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 tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Huntington Woods Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Huntington Woods and freezer repair in Huntington Woods.
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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Huntington Woods
Most ice maker calls in Huntington Woods 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 Huntington Woods
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Huntington Woods, MI
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
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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.