If your Whirlpool ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving McNair, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near McNair
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of McNair. Other nearby bases include Chantilly (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of McNair mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Ready Appliance Repair Herndon LLC, about 0.1 miles away. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McNair. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.2, 0.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 54 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for McNair are APPRO Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliances Service (4.5 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sterling Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Sterling, 4.6 stars from 210 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 convertible chest freezer, upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and 4-door refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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
- 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
- Ice dispenser not working. First confirm whether the ice maker is producing ice at all, and if ice is made but not dropping, unplug the refrigerator for about a minute to reset it. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Not Dispensing Ice - Refrigerator
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
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 |
Whirlpool Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What Gets Fixed on a McNair Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in McNair and freezer repair in McNair.
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.
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What McNair Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in McNair 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near McNair
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: McNair, VA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a McNair technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.