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. Below are independent repair companies serving Star, with those that mention Whirlpool first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Star
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Star. The rest are spread across Boise (13), Nampa (8), and Caldwell (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. None of the repair companies near Star 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: Augurey appliance and home, around 4.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 39 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.7, 6.4, 6.9 |
First up for Star: Better Appliance Services (7.4 miles away, based in Boise, 5.0 stars from 413 reviews); Cody's Appliance Repair Eagle ID (7.7 miles away, based in Eagle, 4.9 stars from 1,470 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Southwest Idaho (8.4 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.9 stars from 1,198 reviews); Home Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.8 stars from 138 reviews).
Know Your Whirlpool Dishwasher
How Whirlpool Dishwashers Are Built
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
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 not cleaning. Whirlpool says to run hot water at the sink first, clean the filter, make sure the spray arms spin freely, and load dishes facing the spray arms without stacking. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher Not Cleaning
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F1E1 | Likely main control module problem; reset power and seek service if it returns. Source: Whirlpool - F1E1 Dishwasher |
| F4E3 | Heating error; reset power and seek service if the code returns. Source: Whirlpool - F4E3 Dishwasher |
| F2E1 | Possible stuck key or console (user interface) error. Source: Whirlpool - F2E1 Dishwasher |
Full list: Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Star
Keeping a Whirlpool Dishwasher Running
- Clean manual-clean filters about once a month, or every two weeks in busy households, rinsing them under running water with a soft brush and never a wire brush. Source: Whirlpool - How to Clean the Dishwasher Filters
- 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.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Whirlpool dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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
Local Notes for Star
Most dishwasher calls in Star 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Star
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Star, ID
Should I repair or replace my Whirlpool dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Star
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair Near Star
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Whirlpool repair.