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 Waseca list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Waseca MN
Within 60 miles of Waseca there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Waseca itself, and other nearby bases include Rochester (5), Mankato (4), and Burnsville (4). Distances run up to about 53 miles. None of the repair companies near Waseca name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rick's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Waseca. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 businesses. Waseca is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waseca. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 5.8, 12.9 |
The leading options for Waseca are Rick's Appliance (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (52.0 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (46.4 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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?
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Frost buildup in freezer. Defrost the freezer, and on chest models do it whenever frost reaches about 1/4 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- 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
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
Reading a Whirlpool Error Code
| 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
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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)
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Waseca
Most ice maker calls in Waseca 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.
Before You Book in Waseca
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Waseca, MN
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Waseca
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Waseca technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.