Whirlpool owners in Alexandria usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Alexandria, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Alexandria VA
Within 30 miles of Alexandria there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 22 list an address in Alexandria, and other nearby bases include Arlington (12) and Falls Church (6). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Alexandria name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Alexandria, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
At the top of the Alexandria list: Appliance Care (3.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (2.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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)
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
- 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
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Alexandria and freezer repair in Alexandria.
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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Alexandria
Most ice maker calls in Alexandria 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Alexandria
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alexandria, VA
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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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.