Frigidaire owners in Prior Lake 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.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Prior Lake
Within 30 miles of Prior Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Prior Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Burnsville (5), Eden Prairie (5), and Hopkins (5). The closest is Murphy Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Prior Lake name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.9, 4.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
The leading options for Prior Lake are Warners' Stellian Appliance (4.2 miles away, based in Shakopee, 4.7 stars from 1,015 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (5.2 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tony's Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.9 stars from 1,214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Metro Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.8 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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?
Frigidaire Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- Dryer stops running. Frigidaire says an overloaded dryer can overheat its motor, so let it cool about 30 minutes and cut the load to a third to half of the drum; a tripped thermal limiter on electric models needs a technician. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my dryer stops operating?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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?
- 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
Most Frigidaire dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Prior Lake, MN
Most dryer calls in Prior Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Prior Lake
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Prior Lake, MN
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Prior Lake
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Nearby Towns Served From Prior Lake
Live outside Prior Lake? The same Frigidaire dryer repair technicians serve Jordan and New Prague. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.