Frigidaire owners in Santa Monica usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Santa Monica 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.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Santa Monica
Within 30 miles of Santa Monica there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 of them are based in Santa Monica itself, and the rest are spread across Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Santa Monica mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Everest Tower Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Santa Monica. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Monica. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
Closest matches for Santa Monica: NL Westside Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (5.3 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Monica Appliance Repair Services (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elite Sub Zero Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.7 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
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?
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 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?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Gets Fixed on a Santa Monica Dryer Call
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- 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?
- 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
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- 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
What Santa Monica Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dryers?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
Other Dryer Repair in Santa Monica
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Santa Monica
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.