Most Frigidaire dryer repairs in Ames involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Ames list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Ames
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ames. 1 list an address in Ames, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (8), Urbandale (5), and Ankeny (2). Nearest on the list: Ken's Appliance & Services LLC, around 0.5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ames mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ames. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 20.5, 22.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
The leading options for Ames are Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (0.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (26.4 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
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
- Clothes take too long to dry. Frigidaire points to a dirty lint screen, a clogged exhaust duct, residue on the moisture sensor bars, poor ventilation in a closet install, or a 208-volt supply. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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?
What Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dryer Call
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Ames, IA
Most dryer calls in Ames 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ames
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Ames, IA
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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.