A Whirlpool dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Dunn Loring, 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 Dunn Loring
40 repair companies serve Dunn Loring from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Falls Church (12), Fairfax (11), and Vienna (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Dunn Loring name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Fixrite Appliance Repair of Dunn Loring is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Dunn Loring. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunn Loring. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.1, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
Closest matches for Dunn Loring: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (1.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (5.5 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Heating and Air Conditioning (4.7 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Angie's Tech (1.8 miles away, based in Falls Church, 5.0 stars from 3 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 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
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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- 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)
Dryer Notes for Dunn Loring, VA
Most dryer calls in Dunn Loring 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
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Dunn Loring Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunn Loring, VA
Do you work for Whirlpool?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dryer?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Dunn Loring
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.