If your Frigidaire dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Sonora, 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.
Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Sonora CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sonora. 4 list an address in Sonora, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Jackson (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. Burton's Mother Lode Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Sonora. None of the repair companies near Sonora 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 4.3 stars. Sonora is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sonora. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.3, 4.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
At the top of the Sonora list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.4 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Inc (47.9 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
What a Frigidaire Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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?
- 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?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Gets Fixed on a Sonora Dryer Call
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Sonora Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Sonora 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
Before You Book in Sonora
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Sonora, CA
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Write down any error code your Frigidaire dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Sonora technician bring the right parts.