Whirlpool owners in Lake of the Woods usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lake of the Woods, 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Lake of the Woods
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake of the Woods. The rest are spread across Stafford (11), Fredericksburg (7), and Dumfries (4). None of the repair companies near Lake of the Woods name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Johnson Appliance Repair, about 8.3 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake of the Woods. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.3, 13.0, 13.5 |
The leading options for Lake of the Woods are Tolo Appliances LLC (28.5 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (20.1 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Warrenton, 4.2 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Many models detect restricted exhaust airflow and show an AF or F4E3 code while continuing to run. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
Common Whirlpool Dryer Problems
- 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Lake of the Woods Dryer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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.
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?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Lake of the Woods Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lake of the Woods 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lake of the Woods
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake of the Woods, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Lake of the Woods
More Whirlpool Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
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.