Most Frigidaire dryer repairs in Virginia Beach 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Frigidaire Dryer Technicians, Virginia Beach VA
Within 30 miles of Virginia Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Virginia Beach, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (9), Chesapeake (8), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 26 miles. No company within 90 miles of Virginia Beach mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Pungo Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 3.8 miles from Virginia Beach. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 5.0, 6.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
First up for Virginia Beach: East Coast Appliance (7.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 5,034 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (12.0 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (11.4 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance Builder Direct (7.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dryer
How Frigidaire Dryers Are Built
Frigidaire notes that a 208-volt supply instead of 240 volts can lengthen drying times. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Clothes take too long to dry. Frigidaire points to a dirty lint screen, a clogged exhaust duct, residue on the moisture sensor bars, poor ventilation in a closet install, or a 208-volt supply. Source: Frigidaire - Dryer - Not Drying and Extended Drying Time
- 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?
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
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Virginia Beach
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?
- 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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Virginia Beach
Gas dryers in Virginia Beach are typically served by Virginia Natural Gas. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Unsafe Equipment - Red Tags - City of Virginia Beach Housing & Neighborhood Preservation
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
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Virginia Beach
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Frigidaire Dryer Repair FAQs: Virginia Beach, VA
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dryers?
Why does my Frigidaire dryer show an error code?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Virginia Beach
Frigidaire Dryer Repair Near Virginia Beach
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.