If your Whirlpool dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Whirlpool Dishwasher Technicians, Selma AL
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Selma. 3 of them are based in Selma itself, and the rest are spread across Prattville (3), Montgomery (3), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Martin Appliance, about 1.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Selma name Whirlpool in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 21 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Selma is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 2.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
At the top of the Selma list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 8 reviews); Kelta Appliance Repair & Services (1.2 miles away, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clark-Rothschild Appliance Repair- Refrigerator, Freezer and Ice Machine specialist (32.9 miles away, based in Prattville, 4.7 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Whirlpool Dishwasher
What a Whirlpool Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Drying relies on a heating element at the base of the tub, and a blinking Sanitize light during a test cycle points to a heating fault. Source: Whirlpool - Not Drying - Dishwasher
What Whirlpool Says to Check First
- Dishwasher not draining. Whirlpool says to clean the filters and sump, confirm the disposer knockout plug was removed, and check the drain hose for kinks and a proper high loop or clear air gap. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Draining
- Dishwasher not drying. Whirlpool says to check that rinse aid is filled and a heated dry option is selected, then angle dishes so water runs off and keep plastics on the top rack. Source: Whirlpool - Not Drying - Dishwasher
Reading a Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E4 | Water float switch problem, often triggered by an unlevel dishwasher; level the unit and reset power. Source: Whirlpool - F6E4 Dishwasher |
| F8E5 | Fill valve may be stuck open and water may keep entering; shut off the water supply. Source: Whirlpool - F8E5 Dishwasher |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error; reset power and seek service if the code returns. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Gets Fixed on a Selma Dishwasher Call
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Run an affresh dishwasher cleaner about once a month to cut down odor-causing residue. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Smells Bad
- Make sure the spray arms turn freely and are not blocked by dishes. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Cleaning
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Selma
Most dishwasher calls in Selma 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Selma
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Selma, AL
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Selma technicians work on Whirlpool?
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Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Near Selma
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Whirlpool dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.