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. The Travilah 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.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Travilah
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Travilah. The rest are spread across Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. None of the repair companies near Travilah name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Elite Potomac Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Travilah. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
Closest matches for Travilah: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
The outside exhaust hood should have a swing-out damper, no screen over the opening, and at least 12 inches of clearance above the ground. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
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
- 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?
- 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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?
- 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
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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Travilah, MD
Most dryer calls in Travilah 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)
Before You Book in Travilah
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Travilah, MD
Is my Frigidaire dryer worth repairing?
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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.