If your Whirlpool washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Reston 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.
Whirlpool Washer Repair Near Reston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Reston. 3 of them are based in Reston itself, and the rest are spread across Fairfax (10), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). Distances run up to about 8 miles. TrueCare Reston Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Reston. None of the repair companies near Reston name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
At the top of the Reston list: APPRO Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (7.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliances Service (6.4 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Whirlpool washer you have before you call. Whirlpool makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, all-in-one combo, and commercial models, and the technician will ask.
Whirlpool Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
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 not filling. Make sure both hot and cold supply valves are fully open, the fill hoses are not kinked, and the inlet screens are not clogged with sediment. Source: Whirlpool - Why won't my washing machine fill with water
- 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 |
| 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 |
| rL / F34 | Items were left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started. Source: Whirlpool - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Signs Your Whirlpool Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Whirlpool Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Whirlpool Washer Repairs Cost
Most Whirlpool washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Reston, VA
Most washer calls in Reston 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.
Questions to Ask a Reston Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Reston, VA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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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 Reston technician bring the right parts.