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. The Warwick list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Warwick
Within 30 miles of Warwick there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Warwick itself, and the rest are spread across Providence (12), Cranston (5), and Pawtucket (5). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Arnold's Appliance Service Inc., around 0.5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Warwick mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.9, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Warwick: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (5.4 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (9.2 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (11.6 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.5 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Whirlpool's standalone ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate, release the ice sheet onto a cutter grid, drain the mineral-laden water each cycle, and store cubes in an unrefrigerated bin where some melting is normal. Source: Whirlpool - How Your Ice Maker Works (ice maker use and care guide W11256912)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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)
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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Warwick and freezer repair in Warwick.
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?
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Warwick
Most ice maker calls in Warwick 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Before You Book in Warwick
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Warwick, RI
Which Warwick technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Warwick
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Warwick
Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Warwick technician bring the right parts.