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. Below are independent repair companies serving Murrysville, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Murrysville PA
40 repair companies serve Murrysville from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Murrysville, and other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (12), Jeannette (2), and Irwin (2). Distances run up to about 19 miles. None of the repair companies near Murrysville name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Don's All Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Murrysville. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 5.3, 6.8 |
At the top of the Murrysville list: NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (9.9 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Leechburg, 4.4 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (18.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include convertible chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and upright freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
The freestanding ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, a room above 45°F, and production drops in rooms over 90°F. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. Defrost the freezer, and on chest models do it whenever frost reaches about 1/4 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- An error code or temperature alarm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Murrysville
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Murrysville and freezer repair in Murrysville.
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
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Murrysville
Most ice maker calls in Murrysville 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 Murrysville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Murrysville, PA
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Murrysville technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.