Whirlpool owners in Kennedale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Kennedale, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Kennedale TX
40 repair companies serve Kennedale from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Kennedale itself, and the rest are spread across Arlington (19), Fort Worth (11), and Burleson (3). None of the companies within 30 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Kennedale Appliance Repair & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Kennedale. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kennedale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.7, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Kennedale: Fast Whirlpool Appliance Repair (38.0 miles away, based in Garland, 4.3 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Arlington (3.2 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.8 stars from 565 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair of Fort Worth (9.0 miles away, based in Fort Worth, 4.7 stars from 228 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.5 stars from 557 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
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?
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Gets Fixed on a Kennedale Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Kennedale and freezer repair in Kennedale.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- Keep the freezer between 0°F and 5°F for ice production, and replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator lights. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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 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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Kennedale, TX
Most ice maker calls in Kennedale 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Kennedale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kennedale, TX
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Kennedale technician bring the right parts.