If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Aiea 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 Aiea
39 repair companies serve Aiea from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Aiea, and other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Waipahu (3), and Kaneohe (3). No company within 90 miles of Aiea mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Hobart Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Aiea. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Aiea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
First up for Aiea: Fuse Hawai'i (5.3 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.4 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, all-in-one combo, and commercial washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
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
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Washer not draining. Confirm the lid or door is fully latched, then look for kinks or clogs in the drain hose and make sure the standpipe height is within range. Source: Whirlpool - Top Load Washer not Draining, not Spinning, and/or Leaving Wet Loads
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| F9 E1 | Draining is taking longer than expected; check the drain hose and standpipe and avoid excess suds. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Whirlpool Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Aiea
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Washer Not Spinning or Draining: Fixes.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Aiea
Most washer calls in Aiea 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Questions to Ask a Aiea Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Aiea, HI
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Aiea
More Whirlpool Washer Repair Pages Nearby
Write down any error code your Whirlpool washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Aiea technician bring the right parts.