Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs in Ashland involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ashland
40 repair companies serve Ashland from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Ashland itself, and the rest are spread across Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Glen Allen (2). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. None of the repair companies near Ashland name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Ironclad Appliance Repair Service, mr. Jennings, about 4.1 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ashland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 4.6, 4.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Ashland list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (8.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Appliance Doctor Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.4 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include convertible chest freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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)
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- Small or hollow cubes / low ice production. Low water pressure, a kinked line or a clogged or poorly seated filter can all cut flow to the ice maker, and a new install can take about three days to reach full output. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Low Ice Production - Side by Side 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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)
- 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.
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Ashland
Most ice maker calls in Ashland 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 Ashland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ashland, VA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Ashland technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.