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 Lowes Island 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 Lowes Island
Within 30 miles of Lowes Island there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Ashburn (7), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Sterling Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Lowes Island. None of the repair companies near Lowes Island 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 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.7, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
First up for Lowes Island: Sterling Appliance (2.5 miles away, based in Sterling, 4.6 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Dulles, 4.0 stars from 484 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matrix HVAC & Appliances (9.4 miles away, based in Broadlands, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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.
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Lowes Island Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lowes Island 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 Lowes Island Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Lowes Island, VA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Lowes Island technicians work on Whirlpool?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Whirlpool dryer show an error code?
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Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Lowes Island
Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Lowes Island technician bring the right parts.