A Frigidaire dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Silver Spring, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Silver Spring
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Silver Spring. 8 list an address in Silver Spring, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (8), Washington (7), and Kensington (4). None of the repair companies near Silver Spring name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Refresh Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
At the top of the Silver Spring list: InterTech Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (3.2 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews).
Frigidaire Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
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
Common Frigidaire Dryer Problems
- 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Silver Spring
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
What Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Cost
Most Frigidaire dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Silver Spring, MD
Most dryer calls in Silver Spring 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)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Silver Spring
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Silver Spring, MD
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Frigidaire Dryer Repair for Towns Near Silver Spring
Frigidaire dryer repair for Forest Glen is handled by the same companies listed for Silver Spring. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Frigidaire dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Silver Spring technician bring the right parts.