Whirlpool owners in Renton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Renton, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Renton
40 repair companies serve Renton from within 30 miles. 12 list an address in Renton, and other nearby bases include Kent (10), Seattle (6), and Tukwila (3). No company within 30 miles of Renton names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Tim's DCS Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Renton. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Renton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
Closest matches for Renton: Expert Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (7.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Tukwila, 4.3 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Whirlpool ice maker you have before you call: Whirlpool sells in-door ice maker, 15-inch built-in standalone ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer, chest freezer, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
Know Your Whirlpool Ice Maker
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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 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
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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Renton and freezer repair in Renton.
Care Whirlpool Recommends
- 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
- 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
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Renton
Most ice maker calls in Renton 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.
Questions to Ask a Renton Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Renton, WA
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator showing a code?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Renton
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Renton
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.