Whirlpool owners in Sioux Falls 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.
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 Sioux Falls
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sioux Falls. 10 list an address in Sioux Falls, and the rest are spread across Yankton (2), Rock Valley (1), and George (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Adam Simmons Appliance Solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Sioux Falls. None of the repair companies near Sioux Falls name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Sioux Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 17 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
Closest matches for Sioux Falls: Midtek Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (2.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Jer's Commercial Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Doc. LLC (1.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice clumping in the bin. Break up clumps with a plastic utensil, check that nothing blocks the freezer door gasket, clean the bin and confirm the freezer is set near 0°. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Clumping in Ice Bin - Refrigerator
- 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
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
What Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Sioux Falls Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Sioux Falls and freezer repair in Sioux Falls.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Sioux Falls
Most ice maker calls in Sioux Falls 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Sioux Falls
- 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?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Sioux Falls, SD
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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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.