If your Frigidaire dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Petal, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Petal
Our data shows 11 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Petal. 1 list an address in Petal, and the rest are spread across Hattiesburg (4), Columbia (2), and Laurel (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. None of the repair companies near Petal name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Knight's Appliance Repair, around 7.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 10 businesses. Petal is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.0, 7.8, 8.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
Closest matches for Petal: Knight's Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixFast Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Home Services (35.3 miles away, based in Columbia); Brackman Service Company (8.3 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
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
- 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 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?
Signs Your Frigidaire Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Petal Dryer Call
Keeping a Frigidaire Dryer Running
- 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
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Petal, MS
Most dryer calls in Petal 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas line work falls under the State Board of Contractors' Mechanical classification, while its Plumbing classification excludes fuel gas. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Before You Book in Petal
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Petal, MS
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
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.