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. The Salem 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.
Independent Whirlpool Dryer Technicians, Salem MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salem. 2 of them are based in Salem itself, and the rest are spread across Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. The closest is Adesso Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Salem names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 1.3 |
The leading options for Salem are Sears Appliance Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master of Appliances Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Salem (3.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Salem Dryer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Salem
Most dryer calls in Salem 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Salem Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, MA
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Salem technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Salem technician bring the right parts.