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 Kearns list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Kearns
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kearns. 1 of them are based in Kearns itself, and the rest are spread across West Jordan (13), West Valley City (6), and Midvale (5). The closest is FreshStart Appliance Repair Salt Lake City, about 0.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Kearns mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 23 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
At the top of the Kearns list: Appliance Service By Paul (5.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (6.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Service (5.5 miles away, based in West Valley City, 4.6 stars from 1,441 reviews); Famous Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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 |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Kearns, UT
Most dryer calls in Kearns 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Kearns Technician
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Kearns, UT
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Which Kearns technicians work on Whirlpool?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Kearns
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Kearns
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.