A Frigidaire dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, Chelsea AL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chelsea. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (26), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Mechanic LLC, around 5.5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Chelsea mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chelsea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.5, 7.1, 7.6 |
The leading options for Chelsea are Appliance Mechanic LLC (5.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Service Care, Inc. (15.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,249 reviews).
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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| i20 | The dishwasher did not drain completely; check the disposal knockout, the drain hose for pinches and height, and the filters and sump. 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 |
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Chelsea, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Chelsea 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 Chelsea
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chelsea, AL
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Live outside Chelsea? The same Frigidaire dishwasher repair technicians serve Highland Lakes. See each town's own dishwasher repair listings below.
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Chelsea technician bring the right parts.