Most Whirlpool dryer repairs in Mount Vernon involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Mount Vernon, 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Alexandria (21), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is A A Appliances Repair Services Inc, about 1.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Mount Vernon mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 3.8 |
At the top of the Mount Vernon list: Appliance Care (3.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProTech Appliance Repair Inc (6.1 miles away, based in Lorton, 4.9 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Mount Vernon, VA
Most dryer calls in Mount Vernon 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.
Before You Book in Mount Vernon
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, VA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which Mount Vernon technicians work on Whirlpool?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
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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.