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 Bailey's Crossroads, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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, Bailey's Crossroads VA
40 repair companies serve Bailey's Crossroads from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Arlington (14), Alexandria (14), and Falls Church (10). Nearest on the list: AVS Heating and Air Conditioning Falls Church ( AC, Furnace and Appliance Repair), around 0.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Bailey's Crossroads 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 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bailey's Crossroads. 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) | 24 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
First up for Bailey's Crossroads: Appliance Repair Services (1.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (2.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (2.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Bailey's Crossroads
Most dryer calls in Bailey's Crossroads 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Bailey's Crossroads
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Bailey's Crossroads, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Other Dryer Repair in Bailey's Crossroads
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Bailey's Crossroads
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.