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 Great Falls, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Great Falls
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Great Falls. 1 list an address in Great Falls, and other nearby bases include Herndon (7), Sterling (6), and Vienna (4). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Alpha Great Falls Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Great Falls name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.8, 4.9 |
First up for Great Falls: Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Dulles, 4.0 stars from 484 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixrite Appliance Repair of Dunn Loring (8.8 miles away, based in Vienna, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
How Whirlpool Washers Are Built
The drain hose must run to a standpipe between 30 and 96 inches tall, since a higher drain can let water flow back into the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Top Load Washer not Draining, not Spinning, and/or Leaving Wet Loads
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Whirlpool Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Int | The cycle was paused or canceled, and the washer may drain and spin for a while before it stops. 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 |
| Sud / Sd | Too many suds were detected, usually from non-HE or too much detergent. 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 start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Great Falls Washer Call
Owner Care for Whirlpool 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.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Great Falls
Most washer calls in Great Falls 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Great Falls
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Great Falls, VA
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Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Great Falls
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.