Most Whirlpool dryer repairs in St. Anthony involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Anthony, 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.
Independent Whirlpool Dryer Technicians, St. Anthony MN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Anthony. The rest are spread across Minneapolis (13), St Paul (11), and Blaine (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 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. Nearest on the list: Warners' Stellian Appliance Outlet, around 2.0 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Anthony. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.1, 2.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
At the top of the St. Anthony list: Sears Appliance Repair (89.1 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (3.4 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Fridley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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
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
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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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:
- 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around St. Anthony
Most dryer calls in St. Anthony 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 St. Anthony
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Anthony, MN
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Other Dryer Repair in St. Anthony
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near St. Anthony
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.