If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Jonesboro, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool washers and other brands.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Jonesboro
Within 60 miles of Jonesboro there are 24 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Jonesboro, and other nearby bases include Batesville (4), Memphis (3), and Paragould (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Of those, 1 mentions Whirlpool by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars. Jonesboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Jonesboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 5.1, 19.5 |
Closest matches for Jonesboro: Sears Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance 911 (5.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Burke's Heat, Air & Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Paragould, 4.8 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.7 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
High-efficiency Whirlpool washers need HE detergent only, because excess suds can stop the pump from draining and the drum from spinning. Source: Whirlpool - HE Detergent use in a Washer
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 shaking or walking. Remove the shipping bolts, adjust the feet until all four sit firmly on the floor, and spread heavy and light items evenly in the drum. Source: Whirlpool - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
Reading a Whirlpool Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F7 E1 | Motor speed sensing problem; check that shipping bolts are removed and the washer is not overloaded. 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Whirlpool Washers
- 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
Most Whirlpool washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- 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
Local Notes for Jonesboro
Most washer calls in Jonesboro 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Jonesboro
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Jonesboro, AR
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool washer?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool washers?
Other Washer Repair in Jonesboro
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Jonesboro
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.