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 Baxter, 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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Baxter
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Baxter. 1 list an address in Baxter, and other nearby bases include St Cloud (5), Brainerd (4), and Sauk Rapids (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. None of the repair companies near Baxter name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Baxter. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Baxter is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 3.7, 4.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
Closest matches for Baxter: A-1 Appliance & Refrigeration. (19.5 miles away, based in Little Falls, 4.8 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 3.9 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kern's Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Brainerd, 4.6 stars from 55 reviews); 218 Mechanical LLC (5.9 miles away, based in Brainerd, 5.0 stars from 33 reviews).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells top-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
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 not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Baxter and freezer repair in Baxter.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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?
- 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)
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Baxter Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Baxter 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Baxter Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Baxter, MN
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Baxter, MN
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Baxter
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Baxter technician bring the right parts.