If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Seven Oaks list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool washers and other brands.
Who Works on Whirlpool Washers Near Seven Oaks
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Seven Oaks. The rest are spread across Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 1 lists Whirlpool specifically. Columbia Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Seven Oaks. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seven Oaks. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
The leading options for Seven Oaks are Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (7.3 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Appliance Professional (5.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (2.1 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (7.3 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews).
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 Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
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
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
Common Whirlpool Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F8 E2 | Dispenser system problem on select models, often a clogged detergent drawer or cartridge. 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 |
| 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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Seven Oaks
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.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Seven Oaks Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Seven Oaks 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.
Before You Book in Seven Oaks
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Seven Oaks, SC
Do you work for Whirlpool?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Seven Oaks technician bring the right parts.