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. Below are independent repair companies serving Binghamton University, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Binghamton University
40 repair companies serve Binghamton University from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Scranton (7), Elmira (3), and Pittston (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Tommy's Appliance Service & Repair, around 2.5 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Binghamton University is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Binghamton University. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 45 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.6, 3.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
At the top of the Binghamton University list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.6 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (36.6 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.9 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.5 stars from 119 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-door ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, chest freezer, and 4-door refrigerator.
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
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)
- 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
Testing or Resetting a Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Binghamton University Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Binghamton University and freezer repair in Binghamton University.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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?
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Binghamton University, NY
Most ice maker calls in Binghamton University 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Binghamton University
- 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: Binghamton University, NY
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Which Binghamton University technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Binghamton University technician bring the right parts.