If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Webster Groves, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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, Webster Groves MO
40 repair companies serve Webster Groves from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across St. Louis (26), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Masters, around 2.5 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Webster Groves names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Webster Groves. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.7, 3.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Webster Groves list: Sears Appliance Repair (64.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (7.3 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (2.7 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (6.0 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
Whirlpool says many dryers perform best with a total equivalent vent length under 35 feet of rigid or semi-rigid metal duct, with each 90-degree elbow adding resistance. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Common Whirlpool Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Webster Groves
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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Webster Groves, MO
Most dryer calls in Webster Groves 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.
Gas appliance and mechanical trade credentials are issued by local governments; Kansas City, for example, certifies gas-fired appliance supervisors, mechanical supervisors and master pipe fitters. Source: KCMO BizCare: Contractor Licensing
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Webster Groves
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Webster Groves, MO
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Other Dryer Repair in Webster Groves
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Webster Groves
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.