Frigidaire owners in Opelika usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Opelika AL
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Opelika. 3 of them are based in Opelika itself, and the rest are spread across Columbus (10), Phenix City (3), and Auburn (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Opelika mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sanders Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Opelika. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 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, 2.7, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
At the top of the Opelika list: Appliance Care Pros (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Auburn Appliance Sales & Service (4.6 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 327 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
Electric Frigidaire dryers run on a 240-volt circuit fed by two household breakers or fuses, and one tripped breaker can leave the drum turning with no heat. Source: Frigidaire - My dryer is running, but does not seem to be heating. What should I do?
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
Common Frigidaire Dryer Problems
- Dryer stops running. Frigidaire says an overloaded dryer can overheat its motor, so let it cool about 30 minutes and cut the load to a third to half of the drum; a tripped thermal limiter on electric models needs a technician. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my dryer stops operating?
- 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?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- Clean the lint screen before or after every load and occasionally wash it in warm, soapy water, letting it dry fully before reinstalling. 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Opelika
Most dryer calls in Opelika 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.
Before You Book in Opelika
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Opelika, AL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Which Opelika technicians work on Frigidaire?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Opelika
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Opelika
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.