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 Highwood list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Whirlpool Dryer Technicians, Highwood IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highwood. 1 list an address in Highwood, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (6), Highland Park (5), and Deerfield (4). 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. The closest is Local Appliance Repair Service Highwood, about 0.4 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
First up for Highwood: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (8.1 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
Whirlpool Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- 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
Around Highwood
Most dryer calls in Highwood 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Highwood
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Highwood, IL
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
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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.