A Frigidaire dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Madison, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Madison
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Madison. 5 list an address in Madison, and the rest are spread across Huntsville (15), Athens (4), and Hazel Green (2). Nearest on the list: Same-Day Appliance Fix in Madison, around 1.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Madison mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
At the top of the Madison list: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (8.8 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Dr. Dan's Appliance Service (20.0 miles away, based in Ardmore, 4.7 stars from 213 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (16.7 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
Electric models have a thermal limiter safety switch that cuts the motor when the dryer overheats, and it must be replaced by a service technician once tripped. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my dryer stops operating?
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Clothes take too long to dry. Frigidaire points to a dirty lint screen, a clogged exhaust duct, residue on the moisture sensor bars, poor ventilation in a closet install, or a 208-volt supply. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- Dryer not heating. Frigidaire says to check first for a tripped breaker or blown fuse on the dryer circuit, then confirm the cycle isn't Air Fluff and, on gas models, that the gas valve is open and supply is on. Source: Frigidaire - My dryer is running, but does not seem to be heating. What should I do?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Gets Fixed on a Madison Dryer Call
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dryers
- Inspect and clean the full outdoor exhaust and venting about every 18 months. Source: Frigidaire - Dryers - How often do I need to clean my dryer or the lint screen/filter?
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
What Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Madison
Most dryer calls in Madison 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.
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 Madison Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, AL
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dryers?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Nearby Towns Served From Madison
The technicians listed for Madison also cover smaller towns nearby, including Harvest. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Frigidaire dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.