Most Frigidaire dryer repairs in Hawthorne involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Hawthorne, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Hawthorne
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hawthorne. 1 of them are based in Hawthorne itself, and the rest are spread across Paramus (7), Paterson (6), and Clifton (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Hawthorne name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Repair Technologies Hawthorne, about 0.4 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hawthorne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.8, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
The leading options for Hawthorne are Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (2.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clickfix appliance repair (5.3 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Bergen Appliance Service (5.1 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
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?
Common Frigidaire Dryer Problems
- 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?
- Dryer won't start. Frigidaire suggests holding the start button for about two seconds, turning the cycle knob slightly past start, making sure the door is fully closed and the plug is seated, then checking the breaker or fuse. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my dryer does not start?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Hawthorne
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with rubbing alcohol to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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?
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
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
What Hawthorne Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Hawthorne 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Questions to Ask a Hawthorne Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Hawthorne, NJ
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Which Hawthorne technicians work on Frigidaire?
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Frigidaire Dryer Repair for Towns Near Hawthorne
The technicians listed for Hawthorne also cover smaller towns nearby, including North Haledon and Prospect Park. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Frigidaire dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.