Whirlpool owners in Murrells Inlet usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Murrells Inlet SC
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Murrells Inlet. 2 of them are based in Murrells Inlet itself, and other nearby bases include Myrtle Beach (17), Conway (4), and North Myrtle Beach (4). Distances run up to about 28 miles. No company within 90 miles of Murrells Inlet mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is JT's Appliance Repair., about 1.7 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 3.5, 5.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Murrells Inlet list: SC Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Defiance (28.2 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Medic of Myrtle Beach, LLC (14.1 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.8 stars from 768 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and upright freezer.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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)
- 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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Murrells Inlet and freezer repair in Murrells Inlet.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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
- 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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Murrells Inlet, SC
Most ice maker calls in Murrells Inlet 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 Murrells Inlet
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Murrells Inlet, SC
Which Murrells Inlet technicians work on Whirlpool?
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Murrells Inlet
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Murrells Inlet
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Murrells Inlet technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.