Whirlpool owners in Big Lake usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Big Lake, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Big Lake
40 repair companies serve Big Lake from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Big Lake, and the rest are spread across St Cloud (5), Plymouth (4), and Ham Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. J&K Restaurant Services is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Big Lake. None of the repair companies near Big Lake name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 8.4, 9.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
First up for Big Lake: Omega Force Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews); Omega Force Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice makers.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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 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
- 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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What Gets Fixed on a Big Lake Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Big Lake and freezer repair in Big Lake.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Big Lake, MN
Most ice maker calls in Big Lake 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Big Lake
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Big Lake, MN
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Big Lake technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.