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 Sweetwater list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Sweetwater
9 repair companies serve Sweetwater from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Sweetwater itself, and the rest are spread across Abilene (6) and Winters (1). None of the repair companies near Sweetwater name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Sweetwater is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sweetwater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.5, 36.4 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
Closest matches for Sweetwater: Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.0 miles away, based in Abilene, 4.5 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abilene Appliance Repairs (37.4 miles away, based in Abilene, 4.9 stars from 22 reviews); Wes-Tex Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews).
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Gets Fixed on a Sweetwater Dryer Call
Owner Care for Whirlpool 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
Local Notes for Sweetwater
Most dryer calls in Sweetwater 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Sweetwater
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Sweetwater, TX
Do you work for Whirlpool?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Other Dryer Repair in Sweetwater
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Sweetwater
Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Sweetwater technician bring the right parts.