Frigidaire owners in Hillcrest Heights usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Hillcrest Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hillcrest Heights. 2 of them are based in Hillcrest Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hillcrest Heights mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
The leading options for Hillcrest Heights are SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliance Repair Inc. (2.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
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?
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 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
- 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?
When to Call for Frigidaire Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Hillcrest Heights
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?
What Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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 bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- 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?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Hillcrest Heights
Most dryer calls in Hillcrest Heights 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Hillcrest Heights
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillcrest Heights, MD
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dryers?
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Nearby Towns Served From Hillcrest Heights
Frigidaire dryer repair for Marlow Heights is handled by the same companies listed for Hillcrest Heights. 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.