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. The Aberdeen list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Aberdeen
Within 60 miles of Aberdeen there are 7 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lacey (3), Shelton (1), and Centralia (1). Distances run up to about 48 miles. 1 lists Whirlpool specifically. SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE is the nearest, roughly 36.6 miles from Aberdeen. Across 7 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Aberdeen is inside its regular service area.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 36.6, 44.7, 44.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
The leading options for Aberdeen are Whirlpool Corporation (67.7 miles away, based in Spanaway, 2.3 stars from 47 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.1 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TitanTech Appliance (44.7 miles away, based in Centralia, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Designs
Whirlpool ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, 4-door refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Whirlpool Ice and Freezer Features
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
- 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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Aberdeen and freezer repair in Aberdeen.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
Whirlpool Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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
- 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
Local Notes for Aberdeen
Most ice maker calls in Aberdeen 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Aberdeen
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Aberdeen, WA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my Whirlpool chest or upright freezer?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
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Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Aberdeen
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Aberdeen technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.