If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Murillo, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Murillo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Murillo. Other nearby bases include McAllen (25), Edinburg (4), and Pharr (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. The closest is Adrian's Appliance Service, about 2.8 miles away. None of the repair companies near Murillo name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murillo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.0, 5.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
The leading options for Murillo are Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (5.6 miles away, based in Pharr, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (3.0 miles away, based in Edinburg, 4.4 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Weslaco, 4.6 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in McAllen, 4.4 stars from 290 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
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
- 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
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 |
| AF / F4E3 | Restricted airflow from a clogged lint screen or a blocked, crushed or overly bent vent. 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Whirlpool 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
- Empty the lint screen before every load, and wash it with warm water and a soft brush if fabric softener sheets leave a film. 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Murillo Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Murillo 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, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Murillo
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Murillo, TX
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Other Dryer Repair in Murillo
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Murillo
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.