If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The East Highland Park 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.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near East Highland Park
Within 30 miles of East Highland Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: R & G Spurlock, around 0.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of East Highland Park mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Highland Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.7, 1.8 |
At the top of the East Highland Park list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.4 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (4.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Washer
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
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 not draining. Confirm the lid or door is fully latched, then look for kinks or clogs in the drain hose and make sure the standpipe height is within range. Source: Whirlpool - Top Load Washer not Draining, not Spinning, and/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
What Whirlpool Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| F8 E2 | Dispenser system problem on select models, often a clogged detergent drawer or cartridge. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
When to Call for Whirlpool Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What East Highland Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in East Highland Park 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near East Highland Park
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: East Highland Park, VA
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Whirlpool Washer Repair Near East Highland Park
Write down any error code your Whirlpool washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a East Highland Park technician bring the right parts.