Most Whirlpool dryer repairs in Columbia involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Columbia, 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, Columbia MS
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Columbia. 2 list an address in Columbia, and other nearby bases include Hattiesburg (4), McComb (4), and Picayune (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. None of the repair companies near Columbia name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Home Services, around 1.2 miles out. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbia is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Columbia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.1, 23.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
Closest matches for Columbia: Sears Home Services (1.2 miles away); FixFast Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.8 miles away, based in McComb, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctors (3.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
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
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 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Columbia
Owner Care for Whirlpool Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Columbia
Most dryer calls in Columbia 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Columbia
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia, MS
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Columbia technician bring the right parts.