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 Hudson, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Hudson
Within 60 miles of Hudson there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lufkin (4), Nacogdoches (3), and Jacksonville (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. None of the repair companies near Hudson name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Byars Appliance, about 0.7 miles away. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Hudson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hudson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 4.6, 5.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 21 |
First up for Hudson: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Lufkin, 4.6 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Repair LLC (5.6 miles away, based in Lufkin, 4.8 stars from 610 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Livingston, 4.7 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.7 miles away, based in Jasper, 4.6 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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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)
- 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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Hudson
Most ice maker calls in Hudson 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Hudson
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hudson, TX
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Hudson, TX
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hudson
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hudson technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.