Whirlpool owners in Petersburg usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Petersburg list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Independent Whirlpool Ice Maker Technicians, Petersburg VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Petersburg. 4 list an address in Petersburg, and the rest are spread across Richmond (23), Colonial Heights (3), and Midlothian (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Petersburg mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Petersburg Appliance Repair & Tide Care is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Petersburg. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Petersburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.1, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 40 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
The leading options for Petersburg are Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (25.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, in-door ice maker, and 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Whirlpool sells 4-door refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Ice Maker Repairs Different
The freestanding ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, a room above 45°F, and production drops in rooms over 90°F. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Whirlpool Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Petersburg Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Petersburg and freezer repair in Petersburg.
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
- Keep the freezer between 0°F and 5°F for ice production, and replace the water filter about every six months or when the indicator lights. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Petersburg Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Petersburg 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 Petersburg Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Petersburg, VA
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Petersburg technician bring the right parts.