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 Spring Valley list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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, Spring Valley NY
40 repair companies serve Spring Valley from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Spring Valley, and other nearby bases include Ridgewood (3), Nanuet (2), and New City (2). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Spring Valley mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Appliance Repair Medic, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Spring Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
Closest matches for Spring Valley: Appliance Repair Medic (0.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (10.0 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (9.4 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); All American Appliance Service (5.8 miles away, based in Mahwah, 4.8 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
The HybridCare dryer uses a heat pump to dry and recycle the same air, so it needs no vent to the outside. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - HybridCare clothes dryer earns award
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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 |
| 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 |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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.
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?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- 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 Spring Valley
Most dryer calls in Spring Valley 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
Gas work licensing is set locally; in New York City, for example, the Department of Buildings requires gas work to be done by a Licensed Master Plumber or by Gas Work Qualification holders under a master plumber's supervision. Source: NYC Department of Buildings: Local Law 150 of 2016 Gas Work Qualification Requirement
Before You Book in Spring Valley
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Spring Valley, NY
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Spring Valley
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.