Most Whirlpool washer repairs in Franklin involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool washers and other brands.
Independent Whirlpool Washer Technicians, Franklin TN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Franklin. 5 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Nashville (20), Brentwood (3), and Spring Hill (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Franklin mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Franklin Affordable Appliance Repair Tech, around 0.8 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 2.1 |
The leading options for Franklin are New Life Appliance (10.8 miles away, based in Spring Hill, 4.9 stars from 106 reviews); Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.6 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tn Appliance Exchange LLC (13.0 miles away, based in Antioch, 4.5 stars from 1,099 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance (12.3 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.1 stars from 100 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
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
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 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 |
| 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 |
| F7 E1 | Motor speed sensing problem; check that shipping bolts are removed and the washer is not overloaded. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Signs Your Whirlpool Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- Replace the water fill hoses about every five years. Source: Whirlpool - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- 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 Franklin, TN
Most washer calls in Franklin 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Franklin Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Franklin, TN
Do you work for Whirlpool?
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is my Whirlpool washer worth repairing?
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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.