If your Frigidaire dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Mountain Brook, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Mountain Brook
40 repair companies serve Mountain Brook from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (29), Bessemer (4), and Hoover (2). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Fast Response Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Mountain Brook mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 3.2, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
At the top of the Mountain Brook list: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (4.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (8.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
The outside exhaust hood should have a swing-out damper, no screen over the opening, and at least 12 inches of clearance above the ground. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
Frigidaire notes that a 208-volt supply instead of 240 volts can lengthen drying times. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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?
- Dryer won't start. Frigidaire suggests holding the start button for about two seconds, turning the cycle knob slightly past start, making sure the door is fully closed and the plug is seated, then checking the breaker or fuse. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my dryer does not start?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Mountain Brook
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- On gas models, leave space around the dryer and keep laundry or rugs from piling against the front or back so the burner gets enough air. Source: Frigidaire - My dryer is running, but does not seem to be heating. What should I do?
- 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Mountain Brook
Most dryer calls in Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Mountain Brook, AL
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Frigidaire dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.