Whirlpool owners in Ettrick usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Ettrick list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Ettrick
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ettrick. The rest are spread across Richmond (23), Petersburg (4), and Colonial Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Ettrick name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 3.6, 3.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 45 |
The leading options for Ettrick are Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (22.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), convertible chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
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What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- 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)
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
Reading a Whirlpool Error Code
| 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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What Gets Fixed on a Ettrick Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Ettrick and freezer repair in Ettrick.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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)
- 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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Ettrick Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Ettrick 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Ettrick
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ettrick, VA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Ettrick, VA
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ettrick
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Ettrick technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.