Frigidaire owners in Santa Ana usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Santa Ana list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dryers and other brands.
Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Santa Ana CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Santa Ana. 19 of them are based in Santa Ana itself, and other nearby bases include Tustin (7), Irvine (6), and Costa Mesa (3). No company within 90 miles of Santa Ana mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Appliance Palacios is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Santa Ana. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
At the top of the Santa Ana list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 546 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Costa Mesa, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AT Appliance Service Inc. (4.0 miles away, based in Garden Grove, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (3.9 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
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 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?
- 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Frigidaire 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?
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Frigidaire dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Santa Ana
Most dryer calls in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Ana, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
Other Dryer Repair in Santa Ana
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Santa Ana
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.