If your Frigidaire dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Columbus OH
40 repair companies serve Columbus from within 30 miles. 32 list an address in Columbus, and the rest are spread across Upper Arlington (2), Bexley (1), and Whitehall (1). Appliance Lab is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Columbus. None of the repair companies near Columbus name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.0 |
First up for Columbus: Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (6.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Economic Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
What Makes Frigidaire Dryer Repairs Different
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
Common Frigidaire Dryer Problems
- 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?
- 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dryer Repair
A Frigidaire dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- 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)
Dryer Notes for Columbus, OH
Most dryer calls in Columbus 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Columbus
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbus, OH
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Columbus
Nearby Towns Served From Columbus
The technicians listed for Columbus also cover smaller towns nearby, including Grandview Heights. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Frigidaire dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.