If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bloomingdale list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Bloomingdale
Within 30 miles of Bloomingdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Paterson (6), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Homeguard Appliance Repair Works, about 6.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Bloomingdale mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.1, 9.1, 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Bloomingdale list: Dan Marc Appliance (12.1 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (11.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Common Whirlpool Dryer Problems
- Dryer won't start. Press and hold Start for a few seconds, confirm the door is fully latched and Controls Locked is off, and check the household fuses or breakers. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
- 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 |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- 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
Dryer Notes for Bloomingdale, NJ
Most dryer calls in Bloomingdale 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bloomingdale
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Bloomingdale, NJ
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Bloomingdale
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.