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 South Lyon list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Independent Whirlpool Dryer Technicians, South Lyon MI
40 repair companies serve South Lyon from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Livonia (11), Ann Arbor (5), and Waterford Township (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 AAA Service Network, about 5.4 miles away. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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 | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.4, 7.3, 8.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
The leading options for South Lyon are Sears Appliance Repair (76.7 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (8.4 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (15.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
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
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dryer Error Code
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in South Lyon
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
- Keep the dryer level with all four legs on the floor to prevent pounding noises. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for South Lyon
Most dryer calls in South Lyon 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
Gas piping work is licensed by the state through mechanical contractor specialty classifications, including fuel gas piping, fuel gas piping and venting, and LP distribution piping. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Questions to Ask a South Lyon Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: South Lyon, MI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in South Lyon
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near South Lyon
Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a South Lyon technician bring the right parts.