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 Waimea list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Whirlpool. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Whirlpool directly.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Waimea
13 repair companies serve Waimea from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Kailua-Kona (5), Hilo (4), and Pāhoa (2). Nearest on the list: Awesome Appliance Repair LLC, around 29.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Waimea mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Waimea is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waimea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 29.8, 33.7, 34.7 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
Closest matches for Waimea: Affordable Appliance (33.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 5.0 stars from 636 reviews); Hakoda's Builders Appliance (34.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hilo, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PropertyTech Appliance and Gates Sales and Service (34.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.6 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Washer Technician Deals With
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 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 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
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
| 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 |
| Sud / Sd | Too many suds were detected, usually from non-HE or too much detergent. 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Waimea Washer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- Replace the water fill hoses about every five years. Source: Whirlpool - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
- 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
Brand guides: Whirlpool Washer Not Spinning or Draining: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Washer Repair
A Whirlpool washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Waimea
Most washer calls in Waimea 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).
Before You Book in Waimea
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Waimea, HI
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Waimea technician bring the right parts.