Most Frigidaire dryer repairs in Bethesda involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Bethesda, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Bethesda MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bethesda. 13 of them are based in Bethesda itself, and the rest are spread across Washington (6), Kensington (4), and Rockville (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Bethesda mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. ABV Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Bethesda. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Bethesda are InterTech Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (3.8 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews).
Frigidaire Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
Frigidaire notes that a 208-volt supply instead of 240 volts can lengthen drying times. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
Frigidaire Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- 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
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Bethesda Dryer Call
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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?
- 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
- 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 Bethesda Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Bethesda 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Bethesda
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Bethesda, MD
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
Which Bethesda technicians work on Frigidaire?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
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Frigidaire dryer repair for Friendship Heights Village and Chevy Chase is handled by the same companies listed for Bethesda. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.