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. Below are independent repair companies serving Worthington, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Worthington
Within 60 miles of Worthington there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Worthington, and the rest are spread across Sioux Falls (10), George (1), and Spirit Lake (1). The Appliance Guys LLC - Sales and Service is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Worthington. No company within 90 miles of Worthington mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Worthington is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Worthington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 28.2, 30.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
At the top of the Worthington list: The Appliance Guys LLC - Sales and Service (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews); Midtek Appliance Repair (56.5 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (59.0 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Heartland Appliance And Repair (28.2 miles away, based in George, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F5 E2 | The door or lid lock cannot engage, often because something is blocking the latch area. 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
Most Whirlpool washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Whirlpool Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Worthington
Most washer calls in Worthington 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Worthington
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Worthington, MN
Which Worthington technicians work on Whirlpool?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Worthington
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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 Worthington technician bring the right parts.