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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Franklin NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin. Other nearby bases include Rockaway (3), Dover (3), and Wayne (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Superior Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 5.2 miles from Franklin. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.2, 7.6, 14.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Dan Marc Appliance (23.6 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Wantage, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (24.0 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, 4-door refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Franklin and freezer repair in Franklin.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
What Franklin Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Franklin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, NJ
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Franklin
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.