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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Powell
40 repair companies serve Powell from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Powell, and the rest are spread across Columbus (27), Westerville (3), and Dublin (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Nearest on the list: Dryer Vent Cleaning of Columbus, around 3.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Powell name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 3.4, 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 59 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
Closest matches for Powell: Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (15.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); New Life Appliance Repair LLC (6.5 miles away, based in Delaware, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (11.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), chest freezer, upright freezer, and convertible chest freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
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Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Powell, OH
Most ice maker calls in Powell 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Powell
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Powell, OH
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Powell technician bring the right parts.