Frigidaire owners in Malibu usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Malibu, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Malibu
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Malibu. 1 list an address in Malibu, and the rest are spread across Thousand Oaks (13), Calabasas (10), and Westlake Village (6). Distances run up to about 13 miles. None of the repair companies near Malibu name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Topline Appliance Repair Agoura Hills, around 7.6 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.6, 7.6, 7.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Malibu: Krupo Appliance Repair - Calabasas (11.4 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastal fix appliance repair (7.8 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Thousand Oaks, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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?
- Dryer making noise. Frigidaire says to fasten buckles and metal fasteners, check the drum for coins, then run an empty load; if the noise continues with the drum empty, contact service. Source: Frigidaire - Is it normal for my dryer to make sounds or noises?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Malibu
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dryers
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
Dryer Notes for Malibu, CA
Most dryer calls in Malibu 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
Questions to Ask a Malibu Technician
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Malibu, CA
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dryers?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Write down any error code your Frigidaire dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Malibu technician bring the right parts.