Whirlpool owners in Mitchellville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Mitchellville, 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Mitchellville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mitchellville. Other nearby bases include Washington (6), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. None of the repair companies near Mitchellville name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: pj appliance, around 1.6 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.7, 2.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Mitchellville: SK Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (2.5 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Mitchellville
Most dryer calls in Mitchellville 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 Mitchellville
- 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 is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Mitchellville, MD
Which Mitchellville technicians work on Whirlpool?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Mitchellville
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Mitchellville technician bring the right parts.