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. 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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Kearns
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kearns. 1 of them are based in Kearns itself, and other nearby bases include West Jordan (13), West Valley City (6), and Midvale (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: FreshStart Appliance Repair Salt Lake City, around 0.8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Kearns name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kearns. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.1, 1.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Kearns: Appliance Service By Paul (5.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (6.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Service (5.5 miles away, based in West Valley City, 4.6 stars from 1,441 reviews); Famous Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells 4-door refrigerator, upright freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and top-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
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
- 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
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Kearns and freezer repair in Kearns.
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
- 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)
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Kearns Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Kearns 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Kearns
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kearns, UT
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Which Kearns technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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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.