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 McKees Rocks
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of McKees Rocks. The rest are spread across Pittsburgh (19), Coraopolis (3), and Allison Park (2). No company within 90 miles of McKees Rocks mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Restart Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 2.0, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
At the top of the McKees Rocks list: PowerFix Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (8.6 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Northern Pittsburgh, Moon and South Hills (6.4 miles away, based in Moon Township, 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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)
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 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
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in McKees Rocks and freezer repair in McKees Rocks.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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?
- 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
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for McKees Rocks, PA
Most ice maker calls in McKees Rocks 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in McKees Rocks
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: McKees Rocks, PA
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a McKees Rocks technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.