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 South Farmingdale list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, South Farmingdale NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Farmingdale. 1 list an address in South Farmingdale, and the rest are spread across Farmingdale (4), Melville (4), and Hicksville (4). Farmingdale Vacuum is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from South Farmingdale. None of the repair companies near South Farmingdale name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
At the top of the South Farmingdale list: SQServicers (3.5 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (5.5 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americold Commercial Refrigeration Consultants Inc. (2.9 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (3.2 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 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 dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
- Freestanding ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the drain cap is tight on the water pan and run the cleaning cycle. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bin. Break up clumps with a plastic utensil, check that nothing blocks the freezer door gasket, clean the bin and confirm the freezer is set near 0°. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a South Farmingdale Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in South Farmingdale and freezer repair in South Farmingdale.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- Leave at least 2.75 inches of clearance on both sides and the back of a chest freezer, and never cover it with blankets or cloths. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- 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
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Around South Farmingdale
Most ice maker calls in South Farmingdale 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in South Farmingdale
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: South Farmingdale, NY
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in South Farmingdale, NY
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near South Farmingdale
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.