A Whirlpool dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Brent list starts with companies that name Whirlpool, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dishwashers and other brands.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Near Brent
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Brent. The rest are spread across Birmingham (8), Bessemer (6), and Tuscaloosa (4). None of the repair companies near Brent name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Grandeur Appliance Repair Coaling, around 19.5 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Brent is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.5, 21.0, 24.8 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
First up for Brent: M&M (27.2 miles away, based in Alabaster, 4.8 stars from 62 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Tuscaloosa, 4.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.7 miles away, based in Selma, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Whirlpool Dishwasher Technician Deals With
An air gap is required where local code mandates one or when the drain connects lower than 20 inches above the floor; otherwise the drain hose is run in a high loop under the counter. Source: Whirlpool - What Is a Dishwasher Air Gap
Whirlpool Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher leaking. Whirlpool says to confirm only dishwasher detergent is used, then inspect the door gasket, level the unit, and make sure the float moves freely. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Leaking Troubleshooting Guide
- Dishwasher not starting. Whirlpool says to check power and the breaker, make sure the door is latched, and turn off the control lock or any delay start. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
What Whirlpool Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F4E3 | Heating error; reset power and seek service if the code returns. Source: Whirlpool - F4E3 Dishwasher |
| F9E2 | Drain motor error; clear clogs in the disposer and drain, straighten the hose, and reset power. Source: Whirlpool - F9E2 Dishwasher |
| F2E1 | Possible stuck key or console (user interface) error. Source: Whirlpool - F2E1 Dishwasher |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- An error code on the display
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Whirlpool Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and raise the setting gradually if dishes show spots or stay wet. Source: Whirlpool - Not Drying - Dishwasher
- Run hot water at the nearest sink for at least 30 seconds before starting a cycle. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Cleaning
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Whirlpool dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Brent, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Brent come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Questions to Ask a Brent Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Whirlpool dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Brent, AL
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dishwasher?
Is this Whirlpool customer service?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Whirlpool dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Brent technician bring the right parts.