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.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Wausau
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Wausau. 2 of them are based in Wausau itself, and the rest are spread across Stevens Point (2), Wisconsin Rapids (2), and Rhinelander (2). Distances run up to about 55 miles. No company within 90 miles of Wausau mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. A-Aaron Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Wausau. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Wausau is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wausau. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 9.5 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
The leading options for Wausau are Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Antigo, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Heins Appliance (52.3 miles away, based in Shawano, 4.9 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (42.3 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Lines and Features
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
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Around Wausau
Most dryer calls in Wausau 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Wausau
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Wausau, WI
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Is my Whirlpool dryer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool dryers?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Wausau technician bring the right parts.