A Whirlpool dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. 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 Auburndale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Auburndale. 1 of them are based in Auburndale itself, and other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Davenport (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Active Property Services, around 1.8 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Auburndale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 3.5, 5.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
First up for Auburndale: Sears Appliance Repair (36.5 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Upfix (20.5 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.9 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (8.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (6.7 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
Whirlpool says many dryers perform best with a total equivalent vent length under 35 feet of rigid or semi-rigid metal duct, with each 90-degree elbow adding resistance. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Common Whirlpool Dryer Problems
- Dryer won't start. Press and hold Start for a few seconds, confirm the door is fully latched and Controls Locked is off, and check the household fuses or breakers. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Gets Fixed on a Auburndale Dryer Call
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- Use rigid or semi-rigid metal vent duct rather than plastic or foil accordion duct, and keep the run short and straight. 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.
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Auburndale
Most dryer calls in Auburndale 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Auburndale Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Auburndale, FL
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Auburndale technician bring the right parts.