A Whirlpool dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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, Plum PA
Within 30 miles of Plum there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Pittsburgh (14), Monroeville (2), and Verona (2). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Plum mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Ross Appliance, about 4.8 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plum. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 4.9, 4.9 |
At the top of the Plum list: Ross Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (9.7 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (13.0 miles away, based in North Huntingdon, 4.8 stars from 1,089 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (8.3 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
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
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Whirlpool Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Plum
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- 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
Local Notes for Plum
Most dryer calls in Plum 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Plum
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Plum, PA
Which Plum technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Plum technician bring the right parts.