A Whirlpool washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Hoover list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Hoover
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hoover. 2 of them are based in Hoover itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (22), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Hoover Appliance Service Landmark, around 0.5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hoover mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hoover. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
The leading options for Hoover are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (10.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Appliance Connection (9.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews).
Know which Whirlpool washer you have before you call. Whirlpool makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, all-in-one combo, and commercial models, and the technician will ask.
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
Some models sense load size before filling, tumbling or spinning the drum briefly, and then set the water volume to match, so a partly filled tub is often normal. Source: Whirlpool - Why won't my washing machine fill with water
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
- Washer smells. Run the Clean Washer cycle monthly, use only HE detergent, take clothes out promptly, and leave the door open between loads. Source: Whirlpool - Removing Odors or Smells - Front Load Washer
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F5 E2 | The door or lid lock cannot engage, often because something is blocking the latch area. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LOC / LC | Control lock is turned on; touch or hold the Control Lock button to release it. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| 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 |
Signs Your Whirlpool Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Whirlpool Washers
- 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
- Replace the water fill hoses about every five years. Source: Whirlpool - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Brand guides: Whirlpool Washer Not Spinning or Draining: Fixes.
What Whirlpool Washer Repairs Cost
A Whirlpool washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Hoover
Most washer calls in Hoover 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.
Before You Book in Hoover
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Hoover, AL
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Hoover technician bring the right parts.