Whirlpool owners in Foley usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Foley, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Whirlpool Washer Technicians, Foley AL
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Foley. 4 list an address in Foley, and the rest are spread across Pensacola (14), Orange Beach (4), and Daphne (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. None of the repair companies near Foley name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Benson's Home Center, around 1.4 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.5, 2.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
First up for Foley: SuperTech Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 117 reviews); Patriot Appliance LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Lillian, 4.9 stars from 332 reviews); Emerald Coast Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Pensacola, 4.7 stars from 497 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service, LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Orange Beach, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
Both top and front load models will only run their spin when the lid or door switch registers the lid or door as fully closed and latched. Source: Whirlpool - Top Load Washer not Draining, not Spinning, and/or Leaving Wet Loads
Common Whirlpool Washer Problems
- Washer won't start. Check that the washer is plugged in and the breaker has not tripped, turn off the control lock if it is on, and reset the washer by cutting power for at least a minute. Source: Whirlpool - How to reset a washing machine
- Washer not filling. Make sure both hot and cold supply valves are fully open, the fill hoses are not kinked, and the inlet screens are not clogged with sediment. Source: Whirlpool - Why won't my washing machine fill with water
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Int | The cycle was paused or canceled, and the washer may drain and spin for a while before it stops. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| Sud / Sd | Too many suds were detected, usually from non-HE or too much detergent. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| dEt | Detergent cartridge is not detected on models with a bulk dispenser. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Signs Your Whirlpool Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- Clean the front load drain pump filter every few months or whenever lint builds up, on models that have one. Source: Whirlpool - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
- Leave the front load door ajar between loads and remove wet clothes promptly so moisture can dry out. Source: Whirlpool - Removing Odors or Smells - Front Load Washer
Brand guides: Whirlpool Washer Not Spinning or Draining: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Around Foley
Most washer calls in Foley come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Foley
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Foley, AL
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Which Foley technicians work on Whirlpool?
More Washing Machine Repair in Foley, AL
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Whirlpool repair.