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. Below are independent repair companies serving Columbus, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Columbus
18 repair companies serve Columbus from within 30 miles. 11 of them are based in Columbus itself, and other nearby bases include Phenix City (3), Valley (2), and Fortson (1). No company within 90 miles of Columbus mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is A-co Appliance, about 2.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 4.7, 5.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
At the top of the Columbus list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hester's AAA Appliance (5.7 miles away, 3.8 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Columbus
Owner Care for Whirlpool 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.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Columbus
Most dryer calls in Columbus 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Columbus
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbus, GA
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Other Dryer Repair in Columbus
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Columbus
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.