Whirlpool owners in Bethany usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Bethany, 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Bethany
Within 30 miles of Bethany there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Portland (20), Beaverton (11), and Hillsboro (6). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Appliance Service & Care Experts, about 2.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Bethany mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bethany. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.1, 3.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
At the top of the Bethany list: Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 173 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (9.0 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rox Services Inc (7.2 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews).
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, dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells convertible chest freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), top-freezer refrigerator, and 4-door refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
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 dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Bethany Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Bethany and freezer repair in Bethany.
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)
- Defrost a chest freezer when frost reaches about 1/4 inch and at least once a year, removing the drain cap first and using a plastic scraper. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Bethany
Most ice maker calls in Bethany 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Bethany
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bethany, OR
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
How do I reset my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Bethany technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.