A Whirlpool dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. 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.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Moundsville
40 repair companies serve Moundsville from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Moundsville, and other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (7), Fairmont (3), and Washington (2). Distances run up to about 51 miles. The closest is The Appliance Connection, about 0.0 miles away. None of the companies within 60 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Moundsville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moundsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 6.6, 10.6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
The leading options for Moundsville are Sears Appliance Repair (64.4 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances Robinson Experience Center (49.7 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 2,760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances Factory Outlet (37.6 miles away, based in Canonsburg, 4.9 stars from 806 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (48.9 miles away, based in Morgantown, 4.9 stars from 593 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What Whirlpool Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
- 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
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Moundsville
Most dryer calls in Moundsville 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Questions to Ask a Moundsville Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Moundsville, WV
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which Moundsville technicians work on Whirlpool?
Other Dryer Repair in Moundsville
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Near Moundsville
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.