A Whirlpool ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. The Falls Church list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Falls Church VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Falls Church. 16 of them are based in Falls Church itself, and other nearby bases include Arlington (10), McLean (4), and Annandale (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Virginia Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Falls Church. None of the repair companies near Falls Church name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
The leading options for Falls Church are Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Heating and Air Conditioning (1.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freestanding ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the drain cap is tight on the water pan and run the cleaning cycle. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- 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
The Whirlpool Ice Maker Test
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Falls Church
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Falls Church and freezer repair in Falls Church.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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)
- 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.
What Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
Local Notes for Falls Church
Most ice maker calls in Falls Church 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Falls Church
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Falls Church, VA
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Falls Church, VA
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Falls Church
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Falls Church technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.