Whirlpool owners in Friendswood usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Friendswood
40 repair companies serve Friendswood from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Friendswood, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (15), League City (6), and Manvel (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. 1 of them mentions Whirlpool in their listing or website. H & S Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Friendswood. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.2, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Friendswood list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.3 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (3.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Force (8.4 miles away, based in League City, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
Electric Whirlpool dryers run on 240 volts from two breakers or fuses, one feeding the motor and one the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can leave the drum turning with no heat. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- Keep the dryer level with all four legs on the floor to prevent pounding noises. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Friendswood, TX
Most dryer calls in Friendswood 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Friendswood
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendswood, TX
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Friendswood
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.