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 Lexington, 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 Lexington
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lexington. 1 of them are based in Lexington itself, and other nearby bases include Jackson (22), Huntingdon (1), and Milan (1). Meals Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Lexington. No company within 90 miles of Lexington mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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 Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 21.5, 21.5 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
At the top of the Lexington list: Done Right Appliance Repair and Service (25.6 miles away, based in Huntingdon, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews); Meals Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Milan, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, all-in-one combo, and commercial washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
Some front load models have an owner-accessible drain pump filter at the lower front of the cabinet, usually reached by removing a small access panel or drawer. Source: Whirlpool - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Whirlpool Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Gets Fixed on a Lexington Washer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- 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
- Run the Clean Washer cycle once a month with affresh cleaner or regular liquid chlorine bleach to keep the washer fresh. Source: Whirlpool - Removing Odors or Smells - 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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
What Lexington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lexington 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lexington
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Lexington, TN
Is my Whirlpool washer worth repairing?
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Whirlpool washers?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
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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 Lexington technician bring the right parts.