Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Farmington involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Farmington, 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Farmington
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Farmington. The rest are spread across St. Louis (9), Belleville (4), and Festus (2). 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC is the nearest, roughly 20.5 miles from Farmington. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Farmington is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Farmington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention ice makers | 2 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 45 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 20.5, 29.8, 29.8 |
At the top of the Farmington list: Sears Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (56.4 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (20.5 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Hoffmann Brothers (58.4 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
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
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice dispenser not working. First confirm whether the ice maker is producing ice at all, and if ice is made but not dropping, unplug the refrigerator for about a minute to reset it. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - 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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Farmington and freezer repair in Farmington.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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)
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Farmington
Most ice maker calls in Farmington 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Farmington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Farmington, MO
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Farmington
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Farmington technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.