Frigidaire owners in Modesto usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Modesto list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Modesto CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Modesto. 16 of them are based in Modesto itself, and other nearby bases include Tracy (5), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. None of the repair companies near Modesto name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Quick Fix Appliance Repair Modesto, about 0.2 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
First up for Modesto: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (1.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
Frigidaire notes that a 208-volt supply instead of 240 volts can lengthen drying times. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
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
- 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 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?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Modesto
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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?
- 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
Most Frigidaire dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dryer Call
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Modesto Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Modesto 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
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Modesto Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Modesto, CA
Which Modesto technicians work on Frigidaire?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
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Nearby Towns Served From Modesto
Live outside Modesto? The same Frigidaire dryer repair technicians serve West Modesto. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.