If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Hillsborough
Within 30 miles of Hillsborough there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Hillsborough itself, and the rest are spread across San Mateo (17), Burlingame (12), and Belmont (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hillsborough mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Pro Burlingame Appliance Repair Co, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hillsborough. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.5, 1.5 |
Closest matches for Hillsborough: Delta High End Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Home Products (1.7 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepair (3.5 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Noisy dryer. Level the dryer, then look for coins, pins or zippers caught in the drum, noting that gas-valve clicking is normal. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Clean the lint screen, check that the vent is metal, short and unkinked with a free-moving outside flap, and avoid overloading. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Whirlpool Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| AF / F4E3 | Restricted airflow from a clogged lint screen or a blocked, crushed or overly bent vent. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Whirlpool Dryers
- Fill the drum about one-half to three-quarters full and dry bulky items such as comforters by themselves. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Clean the outside exhaust venting every one to two years, or sooner if drying slows, and make sure the exterior hood flap opens freely. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Hillsborough, CA
Most dryer calls in Hillsborough come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Hillsborough Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillsborough, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Hillsborough technician bring the right parts.