If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Vienna, 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Vienna
40 repair companies serve Vienna from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Vienna, and other nearby bases include Fairfax (13), Falls Church (10), and McLean (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Red Vacuums, about 0.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Vienna mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Vienna. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.4 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
At the top of the Vienna list: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (2.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Heating and Air Conditioning (6.2 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dryer
What a Whirlpool Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Vienna Dryer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Dryer Running
- 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
- Empty the lint screen before every load, and wash it with warm water and a soft brush if fabric softener sheets leave a film. 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
A Whirlpool dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Vienna
Most dryer calls in Vienna 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 Vienna
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Vienna, VA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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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.