Whirlpool owners in Georgetown usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Georgetown, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Georgetown
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Georgetown. Other nearby bases include Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). None of the repair companies near Georgetown name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Paradise Appliance is the nearest, roughly 14.5 miles from Georgetown. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Georgetown is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 32 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.5, 20.9, 22.8 |
First up for Georgetown: SC Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Defiance (47.4 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Southern Fried Appliance Repair, LLC (50.2 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.8 stars from 88 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.1 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- Freezer not freezing. Check that nothing is pressed against the vents at the back of the freezer and look for ice buildup blocking them. Source: Whirlpool - 7 Freezer Problems & How to Help Fix Them
- 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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Georgetown and freezer repair in Georgetown.
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?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
What Georgetown Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Georgetown 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Repair Company in Georgetown
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Georgetown, SC
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Which Georgetown technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Georgetown, SC
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.