If your Whirlpool ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. 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 Riverton
Within 30 miles of Riverton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Riverton, and the rest are spread across West Jordan (10), Sandy (8), and South Jordan (6). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 90 miles of Riverton mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Apex Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Riverton. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Riverton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Riverton list: Famous Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews); Eagle Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in West Jordan, 4.9 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Man (6.1 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 424 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.3 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Whirlpool's standalone ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate, release the ice sheet onto a cutter grid, drain the mineral-laden water each cycle, and store cubes in an unrefrigerated bin where some melting is normal. Source: Whirlpool - How Your Ice Maker Works (ice maker use and care guide W11256912)
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)
- 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
Testing or Resetting a Whirlpool Ice Maker
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Riverton, UT
Most ice maker calls in Riverton 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 Riverton
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Riverton, UT
Which Riverton technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Riverton
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Riverton technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.