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. The Westwood list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Westwood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Westwood. 1 list an address in Westwood, and other nearby bases include Paramus (6), Bergenfield (3), and Ridgewood (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is United Technical Services, about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Westwood name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
At the top of the Westwood list: All Bergen Appliance Service (4.8 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (4.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (0.6 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.4 stars from 266 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, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice makers. Freezer styles include 4-door refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), convertible chest freezer, and upright freezer.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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 leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Westwood and freezer repair in Westwood.
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)
- 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
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:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 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: $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.
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Westwood Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Westwood 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Westwood
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Westwood, NJ
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Westwood
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Westwood
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Westwood technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.