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. Below are independent repair companies serving Hollymead, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hollymead
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hollymead. Other nearby bases include Fredericksburg (6), Charlottesville (4), and Fishersville (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. No company within 90 miles of Hollymead mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.8 miles from Hollymead. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hollymead is inside its regular service area.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 57 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 6.7, 7.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
At the top of the Hollymead list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (29.4 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-door ice maker, dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include 4-door refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer.
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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)
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hollymead and freezer repair in Hollymead.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hollymead, VA
Most ice maker calls in Hollymead 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 Hollymead
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hollymead, VA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool ice makers?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Hollymead, VA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hollymead technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.