If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Sonoma, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Sonoma
Within 30 miles of Sonoma there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Sonoma, and other nearby bases include Vallejo (16), Novato (5), and Santa Rosa (5). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. The closest is Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma, about 3.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Sonoma mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sonoma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 8.7, 9.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Sonoma: Kelly's Appliance Center (14.3 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Napa, 4.7 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (9.8 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (17.5 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
Electric Whirlpool dryers run on 240 volts from two breakers or fuses, one feeding the motor and one the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can leave the drum turning with no heat. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
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
- 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
- Dryer not heating. Make sure a heated cycle is selected rather than Air Only, then check both breakers and the 240-volt supply on electric models or the open gas shutoff valve on gas models. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
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 |
| L2 | Low or no line voltage, so the heater may not come on; check both breakers or fuses and the power cord. 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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Whirlpool Dryers
- Empty the lint screen before every load, and wash it with warm water and a soft brush if fabric softener sheets leave a film. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Keep the dryer level with all four legs on the floor to prevent pounding noises. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Sonoma
Most dryer calls in Sonoma 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Sonoma
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Sonoma, CA
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Sonoma
Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Whirlpool repair.