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. 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 Hermitage
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hermitage. 1 of them are based in Hermitage itself, and other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), New Castle (2), and Sharpsville (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Hermitage mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hermitage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.0, 5.6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
Closest matches for Hermitage: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (19.1 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.8 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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 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
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Hermitage
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hermitage and freezer repair in Hermitage.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Hermitage
Most ice maker calls in Hermitage 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Hermitage Repair Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hermitage, PA
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Which Hermitage technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Hermitage technician bring the right parts.