Frigidaire owners in Foster City usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Foster City, 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 Foster City
Within 30 miles of Foster City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Foster City itself, and the rest are spread across San Mateo (17), Belmont (7), and San Carlos (7). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Foster City mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: REPIX Appliances & Repair, Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC, around 0.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Foster City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 0.5, 0.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Foster City are Commercial Home Products (3.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Better Care Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (2.2 miles away, based in Redwood City, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Dryer Technician Deals With
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?
Frigidaire Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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?
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dryer Repair
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Foster City
Most dryer calls in Foster City 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Foster City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Foster City, CA
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for Foster City
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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.