If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Carrollwood list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Carrollwood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carrollwood. The rest are spread across Tampa (36), Lutz (3), and Temple Terrace (1). 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. The closest is A Dichristopher Appliance Service, about 0.7 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carrollwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
Closest matches for Carrollwood: Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (8.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (8.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (0.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
Many models detect restricted exhaust airflow and show an AF or F4E3 code while continuing to run. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
The HybridCare dryer uses a heat pump to dry and recycle the same air, so it needs no vent to the outside. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - HybridCare clothes dryer earns award
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 |
|---|---|
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Carrollwood
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its 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.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
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 belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Carrollwood Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Carrollwood 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
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Carrollwood
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Carrollwood, FL
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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 Carrollwood technician bring the right parts.