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.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Wapato
Within 30 miles of Wapato there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Wapato, and the rest are spread across Yakima (6), Zillah (1), and Toppenish (1). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Of those, 1 mentions Whirlpool by name. Nearest on the list: Peter's Appliances Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 4.8, 7.0 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
First up for Wapato: Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telco Electroncs, LLC (9.8 miles away, based in Yakima, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); SilverAppliances (12.1 miles away, based in Yakima, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Technician Deals With
Some models have ice makers that store ice in the door rather than in the freezer. Source: Whirlpool - Compare Appliances (WRF767SDHZ vs WRX986SIHZ)
Common Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Whirlpool problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Wapato and freezer repair in Wapato.
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?
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Ice Maker Repair
Most Whirlpool ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Wapato
Most ice maker calls in Wapato 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.
Before You Book in Wapato
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- 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?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Wapato, WA
Do you repair Whirlpool standalone freezers too?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your Whirlpool display shows and when it appears. It helps a Wapato technician bring the right parts.