Whirlpool owners in Fairfax Station usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Fairfax Station list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Fairfax Station
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fairfax Station. 2 of them are based in Fairfax Station itself, and other nearby bases include Fairfax (14), Centreville (6), and Springfield (4). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Queens Appliances Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Fairfax Station. No company within 90 miles of Fairfax Station mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairfax Station. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 2.0 |
Closest matches for Fairfax Station: APPRO Appliance (7.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&E Appliance Repair LLC (5.3 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (3.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 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-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), convertible chest freezer, 4-door refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
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
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Confirm the water filter is installed correctly and look for a loose water connection at the back of the unit or the hinge area. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Leaking from the Ice Maker - Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
- 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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Fairfax Station Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Fairfax Station and freezer repair in Fairfax Station.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Leave at least 2.75 inches of clearance on both sides and the back of a chest freezer, and never cover it with blankets or cloths. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- Run the cleaning cycle on a freestanding ice maker with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the cleaning light comes on, at least every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Why the Freestanding Ice Maker Should be Cleaned?
Brand guides: Whirlpool Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Fairfax Station
Most ice maker calls in Fairfax Station 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 Fairfax Station
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fairfax Station, VA
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
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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.