If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Kirby list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Whirlpool, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Whirlpool Washers Near Kirby
40 repair companies serve Kirby from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Kirby itself, and the rest are spread across San Antonio (26), Converse (6), and Schertz (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is Fix it Zap, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Kirby name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kirby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Kirby list: Mr. Appliance of San Antonio (5.8 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.6 stars from 796 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Able Appliance Home Service (7.2 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProStar Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.5 stars from 915 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Washer Technician Deals With
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
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- 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 smells. Run the Clean Washer cycle monthly, use only HE detergent, take clothes out promptly, and leave the door open between loads. Source: Whirlpool - Removing Odors or Smells - Front Load Washer
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Gets Fixed on a Kirby Washer Call
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
- Leave the front load door ajar between loads and remove wet clothes promptly so moisture can dry out. Source: Whirlpool - Removing Odors or Smells - 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:
- 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Kirby Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kirby 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Kirby Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Kirby, TX
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Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Kirby
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.