Most Frigidaire dryer repairs in Newport News involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. 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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Who Works on Frigidaire Dryers Near Newport News
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Newport News. 3 of them are based in Newport News itself, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (9), Hampton (5), and Portsmouth (5). None of the repair companies near Newport News 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: News Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.6 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 2.5, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
Closest matches for Newport News: East Coast Appliance (24.7 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (2.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (19.5 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews).
Frigidaire Dryer Lines and Features
What a Frigidaire Dryer Technician Deals With
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?
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Newport News Dryer Call
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dryers
- On gas models, leave space around the dryer and keep laundry or rugs from piling against the front or back so the burner gets enough air. Source: Frigidaire - My dryer is running, but does not seem to be heating. What should I do?
- 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?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Newport News
Most dryer calls in Newport News 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Newport News
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Newport News, VA
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
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.