Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Willoughby involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Willoughby, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Willoughby OH
Within 30 miles of Willoughby there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Willoughby, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (16), Mentor (3), and Eastlake (2). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Willoughby mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Heartland TV, & Appliance, about 1.4 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Willoughby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
Closest matches for Willoughby: G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (7.0 miles away, based in Mentor, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Appliance Guy (2.4 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Mentor, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Richmond Heights, 4.7 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, upright freezer, and 4-door refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Ice maker leaking. Confirm the water filter is installed correctly and look for a loose water connection at the back of the unit or the hinge area. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Leaking from the Ice Maker - Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
- Ice dispenser not working. First confirm whether the ice maker is producing ice at all, and if ice is made but not dropping, unplug the refrigerator for about a minute to reset it. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - 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
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
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Willoughby
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Willoughby and freezer repair in Willoughby.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Willoughby
Most ice maker calls in Willoughby 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Willoughby
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- 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: Willoughby, OH
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Willoughby technician bring the right parts.