Frigidaire owners in Calera usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Calera list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Calera
40 repair companies serve Calera from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Calera itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (17), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). No company within 90 miles of Calera mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Advanced Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Calera. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Calera. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 7.1, 8.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
Closest matches for Calera: Appliance Mechanic LLC (19.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Appliance Connection (27.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); Advanced Appliance (3.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
Frigidaire's i20 drain-fault guidance calls for the drain hose to sit at least 32 inches off the floor. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide
The drain hose needs a high loop with no kinks, and on disposal hookups the knockout plug must be removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
Common Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not draining. Frigidaire says to check the drain hose for kinks and a proper high loop, rinse the glass trap and filter, and confirm the disposal knockout plug was removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
- Dishwasher smells bad. Frigidaire asks when the unit was last cleaned, recommends a sanitize or vinegar cycle and filter cleaning, and says to confirm water isn't standing in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| Hd or HO | Not a fault: the unit is heating water before the cycle continues, and colder incoming water takes longer. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| CL or Cd | The door is not fully closed and latched; closing it firmly should clear the code. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Call
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Calera, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Calera come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Calera
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Calera, AL
Which Calera technicians work on Frigidaire?
Why does my Frigidaire dishwasher show an error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
More Dishwasher Repair in Calera, AL
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Calera
Frigidaire dishwasher repair for Montevallo, Clanton, and Brent is handled by the same companies listed for Calera. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Calera technician bring the right parts.