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Whirlpool appliance repair

Whirlpool builds across every major category in this directory — laundry, refrigeration, freezers, dishwashers, cooking, microwaves, ventilation, ice makers, compactors and disposals. 665 directory businesses in 50 states name Whirlpool among the brands serviced. Have the model and serial number ready — on a mid-range machine that is what decides which part the technician brings, and whether it is already on the van.

Whirlpool pros
665
States
50
Appliance lines
11
Licensed
660
Average rating
4.6
Price tier
Mid-range

Top-rated Whirlpool repair pros

The 20 highest-rated of 665 businesses servicing Whirlpool. Sorted by rating, then review count.

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645 more listed businesses service Whirlpool. Open a state below to see every one of them with ratings and phone numbers.

What servicing a Whirlpool involves

Price tier and parts channel decide who can realistically do the work — read this before you compare quotes.

If parts availability decides how a repair goes, this is the easiest platform in the directory to own. Components are stocked by every general parts retailer, aftermarket equivalents exist for most of the common ones, and a technician will frequently have the likely failure in the van — which is why a single-visit repair is the normal outcome here rather than a lucky one. Nothing restricts who may work on the machine and no brand account is involved. That shifts your attention to where it belongs: not whether the repair can be done, but whether the quote names the right component at a fair price with a warranty attached.

Price tier
Mid-range · 1× typical new price
Parts usually come from
General parts retailers
Brand-authorised technician
Not usually required
Appliance lines built
11

Who can do the work

Any qualified technician can take the job. Factory-authorised service mainly matters while the machine is still in its warranty period — outside it, an experienced independent is usually faster and cheaper.

Before you call about your Whirlpool

  • Describe the symptom precisely and give the model number when you book. With parts this widely stocked, that is usually enough for the technician to arrive with the part.
  • Common laundry failures — drain pumps, lid switches, door latches, thermal fuses, belts — are inexpensive components with short labour.
  • Ask whether the quote is OEM or aftermarket and what warranty comes with the part. Both are legitimate choices at this tier.
  • Sealed-system refrigeration work still requires an EPA 608 certified technician, whatever the parts situation.
  • A long quoted lead time on a common component is unusual for this brand and worth a second opinion.
  • Ask for the labour and the part as separate figures. With parts this available, labour is where quotes diverge.

Whirlpool appliance lines, and who services them here

What the nameplate covers, against how many listed businesses actually repair that category.

Whirlpool appliance categories with listed repair business counts and links to parts.
ApplianceWhirlpool lineListed prosParts
Refrigerator repairYes660Parts & prices
Dryer repairYes659Parts & prices
Washer repairYes658Parts & prices
Oven & Range repairYes656Parts & prices
Dishwasher repairYes648Parts & prices
Freezer repairYes397Parts & prices
Microwave repairYes207Parts & prices
Ice Maker repairYes138Parts & prices
Garbage Disposal repairYes110Parts & prices
Range Hood repairYes15Parts & prices
Trash Compactor repairYes14Parts & prices
Wine Cooler repairNot this brand45Parts & prices

Common faults on Whirlpool categories

103 step-by-step guides cover the categories Whirlpool builds, spread across 8 of them below. Work through one before you pay a diagnostic fee.

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Refrigerator Not Cooling

RefrigeratorModerate45–90 minutesDIY $0–$150Pro $150–$900

If the coils are clean, both fans run, the defrost circuit tests good and the compressor runs continuously without the evaporator ever getting cold, you are looking at the sealed system — a low refrigerant charge, a restriction in the capillary tube, or a compressor that has lost compression. Telltale signs are a suction line that never gets cold to the touch, frost on only the first few inches of the evaporator, or an oily residue around a weld joint. Opening that system legally requires EPA Section 608 certification and recovery equipment, so it is not a DIY repair. Expect $400–$900, and get that quote before committing on a unit over ten years old.

Freezer Frost Buildup

FreezerModerate45–90 minutes plus a 24-hour defrostDIY $15–$150Pro $150–$450

If the heater, thermostat and drain all check out and the coil still ices over, the control board is not commanding a defrost cycle, and that is a board diagnosis worth paying for rather than guessing at. Call a professional immediately, and do not run the unit, if you find an oily residue anywhere on the evaporator or the tubing — that indicates a refrigerant leak, and sealed-system repair legally requires EPA Section 608 certification. On a chest or upright freezer over ten years old, get the sealed-system quote before assuming repair is the right call.

Washer Won't Drain

WasherModerate45–90 minutesDIY $0–$130Pro $150–$400

If the drain path is completely clear, the pump impeller turns freely, and the pump is still silent when the machine calls for drain, the fault is in the wiring harness, the motor control or the main board — and boards run $150–$400, are rarely returnable once fitted, and are not worth buying on a guess. A burnt-plastic smell from the pump area means the motor has failed and, more importantly, that something ran it stalled for a long time, so find the obstruction before fitting the new part. Water backing up out of the standpipe is a plumbing job, not an appliance repair.

Dryer Not Heating

DryerModerate45–120 minutesDIY $5–$70Pro $150–$400

On a gas dryer, anything past swapping the igniter, flame sensor or valve coils — adjusting the burner, opening the gas valve body, or touching the supply line — is licensed trade work in most jurisdictions and should not be attempted at home. On an electric dryer, get an electrician rather than an appliance technician if the outlet, cord or terminal block shows scorching, if a leg of the 240-volt supply is genuinely missing, or if the breaker trips the moment the element energises. And if every heating component tests good but the element still never gets power, the fault is in the timer or the control board — a diagnosis worth paying for rather than guessing at.

Dishwasher Not Cleaning

DishwasherEasy30–60 minutesDIY $0–$70Pro $120–$400

If the filter, arms and inlet are all clear, the fill level and water temperature are correct, and the machine still leaves food on the dishes, the wash pump or its diverter valve is the likely fault — and on machines that route water between the upper and lower arms with a motorised diverter, a failed diverter starves one rack while the other cleans normally. Diagnosing that properly means running the service test cycle, which is worth paying for rather than replacing pumps on a guess. Grinding from the pump, or a burnt smell during the wash phase, means stop using the machine and get it looked at.

Oven Not Heating Evenly

Oven & RangeModerate45–90 minutes plus preheat timeDIY $0–$80Pro $150–$400

If the elements test good, the sensor matches its chart, the door seals and the oven still cannot hold a steady temperature, the relays on the control board that switch the elements are the usual remaining suspect — and a board is worth having confirmed by measurement before you buy one, since they run $150–$400 and are rarely returnable once fitted. On a gas oven, uneven baking that comes from a partially blocked burner tube, an incorrect orifice, or a burner that lights unevenly along its length is licensed trade work; a yellow, lifting or lazy flame in particular should be looked at by a qualified technician rather than adjusted at home.

Microwave Runs But Doesn't Heat

MicrowaveAdvanced15–30 minutes for safe checksDIY $0Pro $150–$400

Call a technician for anything past the door latch. Magnetrons, high-voltage capacitors, diodes and transformers are all professional work, not because the parts are complicated but because the stored charge in that capacitor is genuinely dangerous. A technician will also verify the door seals and check for microwave leakage after any repair, which matters and which you cannot do without a survey meter. If your microwave is over-the-range or built in, get a quote — those are worth repairing. If it is a countertop unit, price a replacement first.

Ice Maker Not Making Ice

Ice MakerModerate30–90 minutes plus a 24-hour waitDIY $25–$220Pro $150–$400

If the module fails its test cycle, replacing an ice maker assembly is a $90 to $220 part and is a moderate DIY job on most models — two screws and a wiring harness. Call a technician if the freezer cannot hold 5°F, since that is a refrigeration fault and possibly a sealed-system one requiring EPA Section 608 certification, or if the fault turns out to be in the main control board rather than the ice maker itself. Low household water pressure is a plumber's problem, not an appliance one.

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Whirlpool parts: cost and where to buy

The best-stocked parts situation in the trade. OEM components are easy to source, aftermarket equivalents exist for most of them, and a technician will often have the common failure on the van rather than ordering it.

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For Whirlpool, parts are usually sourced through general parts retailers. Aftermarket equivalents exist for many components; ask whether a quote is OEM or aftermarket and what warranty comes with the part.

Commonly replaced parts for the Whirlpool categories the parts library covers, with typical prices and DIY difficulty.
PartApplianceTypical priceDIY difficulty
Water FilterRefrigerator$25–$60Easy
Door GasketRefrigerator$30–$80Easy
Condenser Fan MotorRefrigerator$50–$150Moderate
Thermal FuseDryer$5–$20Easy
Heating ElementDryer$20–$60Moderate
Drain PumpWasher$30–$80Moderate
Lid SwitchWasher$15–$40Easy
Spray ArmDishwasher$15–$40Easy
Inlet ValveDishwasher$15–$40Moderate
Bake ElementOven & Range$15–$40Easy
Oven Temperature SensorOven & Range$15–$30Easy
Turntable MotorMicrowave$15–$30Easy
Evaporator Fan MotorRefrigerator$40–$120Moderate
Start Relay and OverloadRefrigerator$12–$45Easy
Water Inlet ValveRefrigerator$30–$95Moderate
Defrost ThermostatRefrigerator$15–$50Moderate
Defrost HeaterRefrigerator$30–$95Advanced
ThermistorRefrigerator$10–$35Moderate
Ice Maker AssemblyRefrigerator$80–$260Moderate
Main Control BoardRefrigerator$90–$340Moderate
Door Lock AssemblyWasher$40–$140Moderate
Drive BeltWasher$15–$50Moderate
Water Inlet ValveWasher$25–$85Moderate
Shock Absorbers and Suspension RodsWasher$30–$100Moderate
Motor CouplerWasher$15–$45Moderate
Door Boot SealWasher$60–$190Advanced
Tub Bearing KitWasher$35–$160Advanced
Cycling and High-Limit ThermostatsDryer$10–$40Easy
Drive BeltDryer$12–$45Moderate
Drum Rollers and Idler PulleyDryer$20–$70Moderate
Gas IgniterDryer$20–$65Moderate
Gas Valve Coil KitDryer$20–$65Moderate
Door SwitchDryer$10–$40Easy
Blower WheelDryer$20–$70Moderate
Moisture Sensor BarsDryer$15–$50Easy
Drain PumpDishwasher$35–$120Moderate
Door Latch and Switch AssemblyDishwasher$20–$80Easy
Heating ElementDishwasher$25–$85Moderate
Float SwitchDishwasher$10–$35Easy
Door GasketDishwasher$20–$75Easy
Rack Roller and Adjuster KitDishwasher$12–$50Easy
Detergent DispenserDishwasher$30–$100Moderate
Circulation Pump and MotorDishwasher$90–$330Advanced
Broil ElementOven & Range$20–$75Easy
Oven IgniterOven & Range$25–$90Moderate
Surface Burner IgniterOven & Range$20–$95Moderate
Radiant Surface ElementOven & Range$25–$100Moderate
Infinite SwitchOven & Range$20–$70Moderate
Oven Door GasketOven & Range$20–$80Easy
Oven Door HingesOven & Range$30–$120Moderate
Electronic Control BoardOven & Range$90–$380Moderate
Door Interlock Switch SetMicrowave$10–$40Moderate
Turntable Coupler and Roller RingMicrowave$8–$30Easy
Grease and Charcoal FiltersMicrowave$12–$45Easy
Cavity Lamp and SocketMicrowave$5–$25Easy
Vent Fan MotorMicrowave$40–$140Moderate
Control Board or TouchpadMicrowave$50–$220Moderate
MagnetronMicrowave$55–$190Advanced
High-Voltage Diode and CapacitorMicrowave$10–$60Advanced
Splash GuardGarbage Disposal$8–$28Easy
Discharge Tube and GasketGarbage Disposal$8–$30Easy
Sink Mounting AssemblyGarbage Disposal$15–$50Moderate
Jam WrenchGarbage Disposal$5–$15Easy
Batch-Feed StopperGarbage Disposal$15–$55Easy
Replacement UnitGarbage Disposal$90–$380Moderate
Water FilterIce Maker$25–$70Easy
Water Inlet ValveIce Maker$30–$100Moderate
Ice Maker ModuleIce Maker$90–$280Moderate
Condenser Fan MotorIce Maker$50–$160Moderate
Mould ThermostatIce Maker$20–$70Moderate
Water PumpIce Maker$40–$150Moderate
Cutter GridIce Maker$70–$240Advanced
Drain PumpIce Maker$60–$210Moderate
Start Relay and OverloadFreezer$12–$45Easy
Door GasketFreezer$40–$140Easy
Temperature Control ThermostatFreezer$25–$90Moderate
Defrost ThermostatFreezer$15–$50Moderate
Defrost TimerFreezer$25–$80Moderate
Evaporator Fan MotorFreezer$40–$130Moderate
Defrost HeaterFreezer$30–$100Advanced
Lid Hinge and LockFreezer$12–$60Easy
Drive BeltTrash Compactor$15–$60Moderate
Directional SwitchTrash Compactor$20–$70Moderate
Drawer Latch and Safety SwitchTrash Compactor$20–$75Moderate
Key SwitchTrash Compactor$15–$55Easy
Charcoal Odour FilterTrash Compactor$10–$35Easy
Compactor BagsTrash Compactor$15–$45Easy
Ram Power Nuts and ScrewsTrash Compactor$60–$220Advanced
Drive MotorTrash Compactor$110–$340Advanced
Grease FilterRange Hood$15–$65Easy
Charcoal FilterRange Hood$15–$55Easy
Blower WheelRange Hood$20–$80Moderate
Blower MotorRange Hood$60–$260Moderate
Speed SwitchRange Hood$12–$90Easy
Light Socket and LampRange Hood$8–$40Easy
Damper FlapRange Hood$10–$40Easy

Prices are typical ranges for the category, not Whirlpool quotes. OEM parts sit toward the top of each range; aftermarket toward the bottom.

Refrigerator partsFreezer partsWasher partsDryer partsDishwasher partsOven & Range partsMicrowave partsIce Maker partsTrash Compactor partsGarbage Disposal partsRange Hood parts

Whirlpool repair by state

Every state with a listed Whirlpool business. Each opens the full list for that state with ratings, licensing and phone numbers.

Alabama AL14Alaska AK9Arizona AZ15Arkansas AR9California CA15Colorado CO17Connecticut CT13Delaware DE9Florida FL26Georgia GA15Hawaii HI10Idaho ID15Illinois IL14Indiana IN16Iowa IA9Kansas KS14Kentucky KY14Louisiana LA16Maine ME8Maryland MD14Massachusetts MA13Michigan MI18Minnesota MN17Mississippi MS11Missouri MO14Montana MT10Nebraska NE14Nevada NV10New Hampshire NH8New Jersey NJ17New Mexico NM7New York NY15North Carolina NC19North Dakota ND8Ohio OH19Oklahoma OK13Oregon OR12Pennsylvania PA15Rhode Island RI7South Carolina SC13South Dakota SD9Tennessee TN20Texas TX27Utah UT10Vermont VT8Virginia VA16Washington WA14West Virginia WV9Wisconsin WI12Wyoming WY8

Whirlpool repair — common questions

Do I need a technician authorised by Whirlpool, or will any repair company do?
Whirlpool sits in the mid-range tier. Any qualified technician can take the job. Factory-authorised service mainly matters while the machine is still in its warranty period — outside it, an experienced independent is usually faster and cheaper. While the appliance is still inside its warranty period, check the manufacturer's terms before you book anyone — using an unauthorised technician can affect a warranty claim.
Are Whirlpool parts expensive, and where do they come from?
The best-stocked parts situation in the trade. OEM components are easy to source, aftermarket equivalents exist for most of them, and a technician will often have the common failure on the van rather than ordering it. For Whirlpool specifically, parts are usually sourced through: General parts retailers. Whoever you use will need the full model and serial number from the data plate to order the right component.
Should I expect the repair to be done in one visit?
On a common failure, yes, and it is fair to set that expectation up front. Parts for this platform are stocked widely enough that most shops carry the frequent failures, so a drain pump, a lid switch, a door latch or a thermal fuse should not need an order. Describe the symptom precisely when you book and give the model number so the technician can load the likely part. If you are told the component must be ordered, ask which part it is.
How do I know whether the price is fair?
Get the part named and priced separately from the labour, then check whether the quote is OEM or aftermarket. Because these components are so widely available, the part price is easy to sanity-check, and the variation between honest quotes usually sits in the labour and in the warranty offered. A shop that will not separate the two figures is not necessarily overcharging, but you have no way to compare it against another.
Is aftermarket a bad idea?
Not inherently, and at this tier the aftermarket is mature. For mechanical wear items — pumps, belts, switches, hoses — a reputable aftermarket part is usually a sound choice and materially cheaper. For control boards and anything the machine calibrates against, OEM is the safer bet. The question that matters more than the label is the warranty: ask what the shop gives on the part and on its own labour, and for how long.
How do I find Whirlpool repair near me?
This page lists 665 listed businesses across 50 states whose profile names Whirlpool among the brands they service, ranked by rating and then review count. Every listing carries a direct phone number — there is no lead form and no referral fee. Compare two or three on rating, licensing and years in business, then call the one that explains the fault most clearly.
Which Whirlpool appliances can be repaired?
Whirlpool builds across every major category in this directory — laundry, refrigeration, freezers, dishwashers, cooking, microwaves, ventilation, ice makers, compactors and disposals. Listed Whirlpool pros currently cover refrigerator, dryer, washer, oven & range, dishwasher, freezer and more. As a rule of thumb, repair is the better value when the quote comes in under half the replacement price and the machine still has a meaningful share of its expected life left.
What should I have ready before I call about my Whirlpool appliance?
The model and serial number from the data plate — photograph it, do not transcribe it. Then the error code if the machine shows one, when the fault started, and whether anything changed just before it did. Describe the symptom precisely and give the model number when you book. With parts this widely stocked, that is usually enough for the technician to arrive with the part. That is usually enough for a technician to quote accurately over the phone instead of quoting a range.
Is it worth repairing my Whirlpool appliance, or should I replace it?
The volume tier. These are the machines most technicians see most days, which is the single biggest advantage they have. The site's value estimator prices mid-range machines at 1× a category's typical new price, then depreciates from there, which is the honest way to frame the decision: compare the quoted repair against what the machine is worth today, not against what it cost new. Ask for parts and labour as separate figures so you can see which one is driving the total.

Need Whirlpool repair?

Every business on ApplianceRepairListing is listed free and answers its own phone. Compare two or three, confirm licensing, ask whether the part is OEM or aftermarket, and book the one that explains the fault clearly.

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