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. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Clairsville, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near St. Clairsville
40 repair companies serve St. Clairsville from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (12), Coraopolis (3), and Washington (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. Platinum Factory Service is the nearest, roughly 9.3 miles from St. Clairsville. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether St. Clairsville is inside its regular service area.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.3, 9.6, 13.7 |
Closest matches for St. Clairsville: The Appliance Connection (13.7 miles away, based in Moundsville, 3.8 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (44.3 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); PowerFix Appliance Repair (49.3 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Pittsburgh, Moon and South Hills (47.9 miles away, based in Moon Township, 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), chest freezer, upright freezer, and 4-door refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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)
The Whirlpool Ice Maker Test
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in St. Clairsville
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Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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
- 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)
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:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around St. Clairsville
Most ice maker calls in St. Clairsville 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.
Questions to Ask a St. Clairsville Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: St. Clairsville, OH
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in St. Clairsville, OH
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near St. Clairsville
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a St. Clairsville technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.