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 Fox Crossing, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Whirlpool Ice Makers Near Fox Crossing
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fox Crossing. The rest are spread across Appleton (7), Green Bay (6), and Oshkosh (4). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Fox Crossing mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.7, 3.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
The leading options for Fox Crossing are Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (15.8 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Appleton, 4.2 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (14.2 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (25.3 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Lines Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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?
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
Before You Call: The Whirlpool Reset
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Fox Crossing and freezer repair in Fox Crossing.
Keeping a Whirlpool Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Leave at least 2.75 inches of clearance on both sides and the back of a chest freezer, and never cover it with blankets or cloths. Source: Whirlpool - Chest Freezer Owner's Manual (W11531549C)
- 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?
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:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Fox Crossing
Most ice maker calls in Fox Crossing 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Fox Crossing
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Whirlpool Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fox Crossing, WI
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool refrigerator?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Fox Crossing technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Whirlpool ice maker itself.