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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Lake of the Woods
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake of the Woods. The rest are spread across Stafford (11), Fredericksburg (7), and Dumfries (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Johnson Appliance Repair, about 8.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Lake of the Woods mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.3, 13.0, 13.5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 35 |
At the top of the Lake of the Woods list: Appliancesrx (21.5 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (20.1 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Warrenton, 4.2 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Defrost water leaves through a defrost drain at the bottom back of the freezer, which can clog and let water puddle and leak past the bottom door seal. Source: Whirlpool - Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?
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
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake of the Woods
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lake of the Woods and freezer repair in Lake of the Woods.
Owner Care for Whirlpool Ice Makers
- 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?
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Lake of the Woods Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lake of the Woods 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 of the Woods
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake of the Woods, VA
Do you work for Whirlpool?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Lake of the Woods technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.