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 Slaton, 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.
Who Works on Whirlpool Washers Near Slaton
11 repair companies serve Slaton from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Lubbock (9) and Plainview (2). The closest is Field Appliance Repair LLC, about 12.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Slaton mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 9 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars. Slaton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Slaton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.8, 13.2, 15.0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
The leading options for Slaton are Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Lubbock, 4.6 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Electronics, Inc (15.0 miles away, based in Lubbock, 4.5 stars from 72 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.4 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Field Appliance Repair LLC (12.8 miles away, based in Lubbock, 4.3 stars from 132 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
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 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
- 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
Reading a Whirlpool Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
Whirlpool Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Slaton Washer Call
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Washer Repair
A Whirlpool washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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: $150–$400 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?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
What Slaton Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Slaton 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.
Before You Book in Slaton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Slaton, TX
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool washer?
Which Slaton technicians work on Whirlpool?
Why won't my washer spin?
Related Repair Pages for Slaton
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Slaton
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.