Whirlpool owners in Lake Barcroft usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lake Barcroft, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Lake Barcroft VA
Within 30 miles of Lake Barcroft there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (14), Falls Church (13), and Arlington (9). Sears Heating and Air Conditioning is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Lake Barcroft. No company within 90 miles of Lake Barcroft mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
Closest matches for Lake Barcroft: Appliance Repair Services (2.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Whirlpool Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells upright freezer, chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and convertible chest freezer.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Whirlpool refrigerator ice makers come in several styles: some are switched on by lowering a wire shutoff arm, others by an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, and digital models through the control panel menu. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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 clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lake Barcroft and freezer repair in Lake Barcroft.
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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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 water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Lake Barcroft, VA
Most ice maker calls in Lake Barcroft 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 Lake Barcroft
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Barcroft, VA
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Which Lake Barcroft technicians work on Whirlpool?
Is my Whirlpool ice maker worth repairing?
Related Repair Pages for Lake Barcroft
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lake Barcroft
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Lake Barcroft technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.