Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Umatilla involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Umatilla OR
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Umatilla. 1 list an address in Umatilla, and other nearby bases include Kennewick (3), Pasco (3), and Walla Walla (3). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. The closest is Columbia Appliance, about 1.3 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions Whirlpool by name. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Umatilla is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Umatilla. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 19.8, 20.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
At the top of the Umatilla list: Columbia Appliance (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (24.6 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Fred's Appliance (20.9 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (24.8 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
- 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 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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Umatilla
Most ice maker calls in Umatilla 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.
Questions to Ask a Umatilla Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Umatilla, OR
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Umatilla technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.