Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Southern Pines
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Southern Pines. 1 of them are based in Southern Pines itself, and the rest are spread across Fayetteville (11), Sanford (5), and Ellerbe (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Moore Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Southern Pines. No company within 90 miles of Southern Pines mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 17.2, 21.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
Closest matches for Southern Pines: Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.5 stars from 589 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.6 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Sanford (26.7 miles away, based in Broadway, 4.6 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moore Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 760 reviews).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells convertible chest freezer, chest freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
- 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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Southern Pines and freezer repair in Southern Pines.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Southern Pines, NC
Most ice maker calls in Southern Pines 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.
Before You Book in Southern Pines
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Southern Pines, NC
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Southern Pines technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.