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“Dishwasher door wouldn't latch. Door strike was bent. Straightened and adjusted — no parts needed. Didn't even charge for parts.”
Nancy E.
Dishwasher Repair
Whirlpool washer not draining is a known issue affecting WTW5000D series. Our technicians specialize in Whirlpool-specific diagnostics and repair.
Samsung front-loader was shaking violently during spin cycles at our San Jose condo. Technician rebalanced the drum and replaced worn shock absorbers. Runs whisper-quiet now, even on the second floor.
“Dishwasher door wouldn't latch. Door strike was bent. Straightened and adjusted — no parts needed. Didn't even charge for parts.”
“Dishwasher door wouldn't latch. Door strike was bent. Straightened and adjusted — no parts needed. Didn't even charge for parts.”
“Top-loader wouldn't agitate. Agitator dogs were stripped. Simple fix, done in 20 minutes. Appreciated the honest pricing.”
“Top-loader wouldn't agitate. Agitator dogs were stripped. Simple fix, done in 20 minutes. Appreciated the honest pricing.”
“Ice maker stopped working. Tech replaced the water inlet valve and cleared a frozen fill tube. Ice within 24 hours.”
Whirlpool washer not draining is typically caused by clogged drain pump filter or failed drain pump. Whirlpool-specific factor: coin trap clog in drain pump housing — coins, buttons, small items block impeller. Repair costs $100-$300 with free diagnostic and 90-day warranty.
Coin trap clog in drain pump housing — coins, buttons, small items block impeller
Lid switch interlock preventing drain cycle from initiating
Drain pump motor failure from foreign object damage or thermal overload
Drain hose internal kink or siphon from improper standpipe height
Control board relay failure — drain pump not receiving power signal
Other Whirlpool models may also be affected. Book a free diagnostic for confirmation.
Seeing one of these codes? It likely indicates not draining.
Bay Area Whirlpool drain issues in older homes frequently involve low standpipe installations — pre-1970 San Francisco homes have standpipes at 24 inches instead of the code-required 36 inches, causing siphon drainback. The washer drains successfully during the cycle but water returns when the pump stops. A proper high loop or standpipe extension solves this permanently.
Access drain pump filter: on front-loaders, open small door at bottom front; on top-loaders, tilt machine back and access from bottom
Clean filter and inspect pump impeller for foreign objects or mineral scale — use flashlight through filter opening
Run Whirlpool drain test: enter diagnostic mode, advance to drain cycle, verify pump engages and water exits drain hose
Check standpipe height — drain hose end must be 36-72 inches above floor; below 36 inches risks siphon drainback
The technician accesses the pump filter and removes any trapped items — coins, bra wires, and small socks are the most common culprits. If the pump motor has burnt out, the assembly is replaced from the bottom or front of the machine depending on the model. Whirlpool drain pumps (W10130913) are a 30-40 minute replacement. The technician also verifies drain hose routing and standpipe height compliance.
| Diagnostic | Free |
| Typical repair | $100–$300 |
| Repair time | 1-1.5 hours |
| Warranty | 90 days parts + labor |
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Book Free DiagnosticWhirlpool top-loader stopped draining mid-cycle and flooded our Sacramento laundry room. Technician arrived in under an hour, cleared the pump filter, and tested three full cycles before leaving. Outstanding service.
LG washer displayed an OE error code every other load in Pleasanton. The drain pump had a sock stuck in the impeller. Technician cleared it out and ran diagnostics — zero errors since the repair.
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“Sub-Zero 36-inch built-in with a noisy compressor. Compressor mounts were worn causing vibration. Mounts replaced and compressor serviced for $295. Fridge is quiet and cooling perfectly. Sub-Zero expertise is rare and valuable.”
Tammy B.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our Samsung dishwasher was leaking from the bottom. The technician found a loose hose clamp on the circulation pump. It was a simple fix for $120 — I really appreciated the honesty since they could have sold me a new pump. The dishwasher has been leak-free since. Trustworthy company.”
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Dishwasher Repair
San Mateo, CA
“KitchenAid built-in refrigerator was forming puddles underneath. Clogged defrost drain was sending water out the bottom instead of into the drain pan. The tech cleared the drain, added a drain heater clip to prevent recurrence, and cleaned the drain pan. $175 for a fix that eliminated a really annoying problem.”
Alicia R.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our LG French door refrigerator stopped cooling overnight. With a fridge full of food, we needed emergency service. The tech came same-day, diagnosed a failed compressor relay, and had it running in under an hour. He also told us about LG's compressor warranty which covered the part. Outstanding service.”
Anthony R.
Refrigerator Repair
Sunnyvale, CA
“Our 20-year-old Sub-Zero had a warm refrigerator section. The tech was clearly experienced with Sub-Zero — he diagnosed a failing evaporator fan and weak door gaskets. Replaced both, cleaned the condenser, and the unit is performing like new. $520 for a repair on a unit worth $15K+ to replace. No-brainer.”
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Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA
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Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
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Dave K.
Refrigerator Repair
Daly City, CA
“The technician arrived within 2 hours of my call and diagnosed the issue immediately — a faulty defrost timer causing ice buildup. He had the part on his truck and fixed it in under an hour. My fridge has been running perfectly for 3 months now. Very reasonable price at $275.”
Sarah M.
Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
“GE upright freezer was running but not getting below 25°F. The evaporator fan motor was failing. Tech replaced it and also checked the defrost system which was still working fine. $210 total and the freezer is back to 0°F. Saved about $800 in frozen food that would have spoiled. Worth every penny.”
Raymond G.
Freezer Repair
San Francisco, CA
“Our chest freezer stopped freezing and we had hundreds of dollars of meat inside. Called at 8am and the tech arrived by 10:30am. Faulty thermostat was the culprit — replaced in 30 minutes. Saved all our food! Cost was $175. Can't thank them enough for the fast response.”
Amanda J.
Freezer Repair
Concord, CA
“Finding someone experienced with Sub-Zero was tough until I found this company. Our 15-year-old Sub-Zero was running constantly and not cooling. The tech cleaned the condenser, replaced the fan motor, and it's been running like new. Worth every penny of the $450 repair — a new Sub-Zero is $12,000+.”
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Refrigerator Repair
Berkeley, CA
“The notorious Samsung ice maker problem struck our French door fridge. The tech was very familiar with this specific issue, performed the recommended fix including defrosting the evaporator and installing a new ice maker kit. It's been 6 weeks and still working great. $350 well spent.”
Wei Z.
Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA