Frigidaire owners in Opelousas usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Opelousas 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.
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Opelousas
22 repair companies serve Opelousas from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Opelousas itself, and the rest are spread across Lafayette (8), Eunice (2), and Scott (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Opelousas mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Opelousas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.9, 3.1 |
At the top of the Opelousas list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (26.4 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (24.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wayne's Heating, Air Conditioning & Appliances LLC (8.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
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 Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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?
- 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?
What Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- 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 Opelousas, LA
Most dryer calls in Opelousas 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
The State Plumbing Board of Louisiana licenses gas fitters and master gas fitters for natural gas piping and appliance work, while mechanical contractors remain under the State Licensing Board for Contractors and certain LP gas installations under the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission. Source: La. R.S. 37:1367 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Questions to Ask a Opelousas Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- 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: Opelousas, LA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
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Live outside Opelousas? The same Frigidaire dryer repair technicians serve Ville Platte. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.