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 Ferndale 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, Ferndale MI
Within 30 miles of Ferndale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ferndale itself, and the rest are spread across Detroit (16), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ferndale mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Globe Slicing, Inc, about 0.9 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ferndale. 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) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.8, 2.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Ferndale: Budget Appliances and mattresses (6.7 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (10.3 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deals Depot (2.4 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
The HybridCare dryer uses a heat pump to dry and recycle the same air, so it needs no vent to the outside. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - HybridCare clothes dryer earns award
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 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Whirlpool 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Ferndale, MI
Most dryer calls in Ferndale 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ferndale
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Ferndale, MI
Do you work for Whirlpool?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Ferndale technician bring the right parts.