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. Below are independent repair companies serving Austin, 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 Austin
29 repair companies serve Austin from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Austin, and the rest are spread across Rochester (6), Stewartville (3), and Charles City (3). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Donkers Hometown Appliances is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Austin. None of the repair companies near Austin name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Austin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.1, 19.6 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 29 |
At the top of the Austin list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (35.4 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Med City Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (36.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 977 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
Electric Whirlpool dryers run on 240 volts from two breakers or fuses, one feeding the motor and one the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can leave the drum turning with no heat. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- 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
Around Austin
Most dryer calls in Austin 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Austin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Austin, MN
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Austin technician bring the right parts.