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 Brandywine 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, Brandywine MD
Within 30 miles of Brandywine there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (14), Waldorf (4), and Fort Washington (4). Nearest on the list: Aa Dependable Appliance, around 3.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Brandywine name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brandywine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 5.0, 5.2 |
The leading options for Brandywine are SK Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (11.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (14.6 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Brandywine, MD
Most dryer calls in Brandywine 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Brandywine
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Brandywine, MD
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Which Brandywine technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Brandywine technician bring the right parts.