A Frigidaire dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The San Mateo list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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.
Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, San Mateo CA
40 repair companies serve San Mateo from within 30 miles. 18 list an address in San Mateo, and other nearby bases include Burlingame (9), Belmont (7), and Foster City (5). Distances run up to about 3 miles. The closest is Appliance Diamond, about 0.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near San Mateo name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Mateo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for San Mateo: Commercial Home Products (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Better Care Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Foster City, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
What a Frigidaire Dryer Technician Deals With
Auto Dry cycles rely on moisture sensor bars in the drum, which fabric softener sheets can coat with residue. 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
Frigidaire Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Clothes over-dried. Frigidaire recommends picking the right cycle and temperature and using Auto Dry rather than Timed Dry. Source: Frigidaire - My clothes seem to be over-dried. How can I prevent this?
- 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?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a San Mateo Dryer Call
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?
- 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?
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for San Mateo, CA
Most dryer calls in San Mateo 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).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in San Mateo
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: San Mateo, CA
Which San Mateo technicians work on Frigidaire?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Other Dryer Repair in San Mateo
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near San Mateo
Write down any error code your Frigidaire dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a San Mateo technician bring the right parts.