If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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 Manassas
40 repair companies serve Manassas from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Manassas itself, and the rest are spread across Centreville (6), Gainesville (5), and Woodbridge (5). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. None of the repair companies near Manassas name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: MP HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, around 1.5 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 2.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Manassas list: Liberty Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Centreville, 4.7 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliances Service (10.1 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); USA General Contractors (6.7 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Akwaaba Appliance & Air LLC (6.1 miles away, based in Centreville, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Dryer Repairs Different
The HybridCare dryer uses a heat pump to dry and recycle the same air, so it needs no vent to the outside. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - HybridCare clothes dryer earns award
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Manassas Dryer Call
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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dryer Repair
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Manassas
Most dryer calls in Manassas 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Manassas
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Manassas, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
Other Dryer Repair in Manassas
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Manassas
Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Manassas technician bring the right parts.