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. The West Long Branch list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near West Long Branch
Within 30 miles of West Long Branch there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in West Long Branch itself, and other nearby bases include Brick Township (5), Middletown Township (4), and Ocean Township (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of West Long Branch mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 27 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 30 |
Closest matches for West Long Branch: Appliance Repair West Long Branch (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anthony Mechanical HVAC & Appliance LLC (13.2 miles away, based in Brick Township, 5.0 stars from 114 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Monmouth County (1.8 miles away, based in Eatontown, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Center – Appliance Repair & Installation (12.4 miles away, based in Marlboro Township, 4.7 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include chest freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), side-by-side refrigerator, and upright freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- 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)
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in West Long Branch
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in West Long Branch and freezer repair in West Long Branch.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Clean the ice bin with water and a soft cloth and dry it fully before putting it back, since ice particles left in a dirty bin cause clumping. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around West Long Branch
Most ice maker calls in West Long Branch 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.
Questions to Ask a West Long Branch Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: West Long Branch, NJ
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a West Long Branch technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.