If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Myrtle Beach, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Washers Near Myrtle Beach
Within 30 miles of Myrtle Beach there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 17 of them are based in Myrtle Beach itself, and other nearby bases include North Myrtle Beach (5), Conway (4), and Little River (3). None of the repair companies near Myrtle Beach name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is PRO APPLIANCE SALES & SERVICE REPAIR, about 0.6 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Myrtle Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
First up for Myrtle Beach: SC Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Defiance (13.7 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Home Services (20.1 miles away, based in Little River, 4.9 stars from 60 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
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 won't start. Check that the washer is plugged in and the breaker has not tripped, turn off the control lock if it is on, and reset the washer by cutting power for at least a minute. Source: Whirlpool - How to reset a washing machine
Reading a Whirlpool Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| dEt | Detergent cartridge is not detected on models with a bulk dispenser. 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 |
Whirlpool Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Myrtle Beach
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Washer Repairs Cost
Most Whirlpool washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Myrtle Beach, SC
Most washer calls in Myrtle Beach 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Myrtle Beach
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Myrtle Beach, SC
What stops a washer from spinning?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool washer?
Other Washer Repair in Myrtle Beach
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Myrtle Beach
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.