If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Santa Rosa 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Washers Near Santa Rosa
23 repair companies serve Santa Rosa from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Santa Rosa itself, and other nearby bases include Novato (5), Rohnert Park (3), and Napa (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Santa Rosa mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Santa Rosa. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Rosa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 1.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
First up for Santa Rosa: Kelly's Appliance Center (7.2 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (0.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ross HVAC And Appliance Service (6.3 miles away, based in Rohnert Park, 4.9 stars from 487 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Know Your Whirlpool Washer
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
Some front load models have an owner-accessible drain pump filter at the lower front of the cabinet, usually reached by removing a small access panel or drawer. Source: Whirlpool - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not spinning. Redistribute an unbalanced or overloaded load, cut back on detergent to avoid excess suds, and remember delicate cycles spin slowly. Source: Whirlpool - Front Load Washer is not Draining, not Spinning, or Leaving Wet Loads
- Washer leaking. Check that the inlet hoses have their rubber washers and snug connections at both ends, then make sure the drain hose is secure and the house drain is not backing up. Source: Whirlpool - Leaking Water Underneath - Washer
Reading a Whirlpool Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| F8 E1 / Lo FL | Low water flow into the washer; check the supply faucets, fill hoses and any anti-flood devices. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| rL / F34 | Items were left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Signs Your Whirlpool Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Santa Rosa
Owner Care for Whirlpool Washers
- Check and brush clean the small mesh screens where the fill hoses connect at the back of the washer if filling slows. Source: Whirlpool - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
- 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Santa Rosa, CA
Most washer calls in Santa Rosa 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Santa Rosa Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Santa Rosa, CA
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool washer?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool washers?
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 Santa Rosa technician bring the right parts.