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 Maplewood, 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 Maplewood
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Maplewood. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (26), Affton (2), and Granite City (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Hoffmann Brothers is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Maplewood. None of the repair companies near Maplewood name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Maplewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Maplewood list: Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (9.0 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (1.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (4.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (8.3 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 6,545 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include 4-door refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and chest freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
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
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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Maplewood
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Maplewood and freezer repair in Maplewood.
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)
- 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?
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:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Maplewood
Most ice maker calls in Maplewood 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 Maplewood
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Maplewood, MO
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Maplewood
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.