A Whirlpool ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Bessemer City, 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.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Bessemer City NC
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bessemer City. The rest are spread across Charlotte (11), Gastonia (7), and Huntersville (5). No company within 90 miles of Bessemer City mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. G E Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 4.2 miles from Bessemer City. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bessemer City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 4.4, 6.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 23 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 25 |
Closest matches for Bessemer City: Mr. Appliance of Gastonia (8.3 miles away, based in Gastonia, 4.7 stars from 410 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hey Key Appliance & HVAC Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Charlotte, 4.9 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Charlotte (23.1 miles away, based in Charlotte, 4.8 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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)
- 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
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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Bessemer City and freezer repair in Bessemer City.
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?
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Bessemer City
Most ice maker calls in Bessemer City 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Bessemer City Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bessemer City, NC
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Bessemer City technician bring the right parts.