Whirlpool owners in Roanoke usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Roanoke 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.
Independent Whirlpool Washer Technicians, Roanoke VA
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Roanoke. 9 list an address in Roanoke, and the rest are spread across Christiansburg (2), Vinton (1), and Salem (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Roanoke mentions Whirlpool by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: GE Appliance Services, around 1.0 miles out. The 14 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Roanoke. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 2.9 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
First up for Roanoke: Peerless Appliance Services (4.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (2.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Whirlpool Washer Repairs Different
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
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
Whirlpool Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| rL / F34 | Items were left in the drum when the Clean Washer cycle was started. 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 |
| 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 |
Whirlpool Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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)
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Roanoke
Most washer calls in Roanoke 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.
Before You Book in Roanoke
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Whirlpool Washer Repair FAQs: Roanoke, VA
Is my Whirlpool washer worth repairing?
Why does my Whirlpool washer show an error code?
Which Roanoke technicians work on Whirlpool?
Other Washer Repair in Roanoke
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Whirlpool repair.