If your Electrolux dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The St. James list starts with companies that name Electrolux, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Electrolux. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Electrolux dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Electrolux Dryers Near St. James
Within 30 miles of St. James there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Hauppauge (6), Stony Brook (3), and Holtsville (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. None of the repair companies near St. James name Electrolux in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Turnpike Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from St. James. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. James. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Electrolux | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.4, 2.4 |
Closest matches for St. James: Eddies Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JIC Appliance Care LLC (7.5 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All in Repairs (6.2 miles away, based in Port Jefferson Station, 4.9 stars from 63 reviews).
Electrolux Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Electrolux Dryer Repairs Different
Moisture sensor bars inside the drum can be coated by dryer-sheet residue so they stop sensing moisture, which lengthens or shortens auto cycles. Source: Electrolux - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
An electric Electrolux dryer is fed by two house circuits, so if one breaker trips or fuse blows the drum still turns but the heater does not work. Source: Electrolux - My dryer is running, but does not seem to be heating. What should I do?
Electrolux Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Clothes over-dried. Electrolux recommends choosing the right cycle and temperature and using Auto Dry rather than Timed Dry. Source: Electrolux - My clothes seem to be over-dried. How can I prevent this?
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Electrolux points first to a clean lint screen, the right heat setting, proper load size, clean moisture sensor bars, and a clear exhaust duct and hood. Source: Electrolux - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
What Electrolux Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| H4 / B4 | Incorrect wiring at installation. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Dryer Error Code Guide |
| E 42 | The door is open or blocked; close it fully. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Dryer Error Code Guide |
| E 4 | The humidity sensor has failed; the current cycle finishes and manual cycles still work, but service is needed if it persists. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Dryer Error Code Guide |
Electrolux Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Electrolux Dryers
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove fabric softener sheet residue. Source: Electrolux - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- Use an approved exhaust hood with a swing-out damper, never put a screen over the opening, and keep the hood at least 12 inches above the ground; gas dryers must vent outdoors. Source: Electrolux - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
Electrolux Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Electrolux dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around St. James
Most dryer calls in St. James come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a St. James Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Electrolux dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Electrolux Dryer Repair FAQs: St. James, NY
How do I find a technician who knows Electrolux dryers?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Electrolux dryer?
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Write down any error code your Electrolux dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a St. James technician bring the right parts.