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 Plymouth 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Plymouth
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Plymouth. 4 of them are based in Plymouth itself, and the rest are spread across Minneapolis (13), Hopkins (5), and Eden Prairie (5). Distances run up to about 12 miles. The closest is Top Notch Appliance Repair Plymouth, about 0.6 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Plymouth names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plymouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.3, 2.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
At the top of the Plymouth list: Sears Appliance Repair (77.2 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Fridley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Gets Fixed on a Plymouth Dryer Call
Owner Care for Whirlpool Dryers
- Empty the lint screen before every load, and wash it with warm water and a soft brush if fabric softener sheets leave a film. 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Plymouth Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Plymouth 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
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Plymouth
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Plymouth, MN
Which Plymouth technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Whirlpool repair.