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 Fredericksburg 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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fredericksburg
Within 30 miles of Fredericksburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Fredericksburg itself, and the rest are spread across Woodbridge (15), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Fredericksburg. No company within 90 miles of Fredericksburg 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 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
The leading options for Fredericksburg are Appliancesrx (12.5 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (9.6 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Geek Inc (23.8 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice makers. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), 4-door refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- 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
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Fredericksburg and freezer repair in Fredericksburg.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
A Whirlpool ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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 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
Around Fredericksburg
Most ice maker calls in Fredericksburg 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.
Questions to Ask a Fredericksburg Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fredericksburg, VA
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Fredericksburg
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fredericksburg
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Fredericksburg technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.