Whirlpool owners in Antioch usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Antioch, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Antioch
40 repair companies serve Antioch from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Antioch itself, and the rest are spread across Kenosha (6), Waukegan (6), and McHenry (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Whirlpool by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The closest is Command Service Center, INC, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 4.0, 5.2 |
At the top of the Antioch list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (12.8 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 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.
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
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 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 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
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| rL / F34 | Items were left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started. 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 |
| F8 E2 | Dispenser system problem on select models, often a clogged detergent drawer or cartridge. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Whirlpool Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Antioch, IL
Most washer calls in Antioch 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Antioch Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Antioch, IL
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Is my Whirlpool washer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Which Antioch technicians work on Whirlpool?
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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 Antioch technician bring the right parts.