If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Pelham
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pelham. 4 of them are based in Pelham itself, and other nearby bases include Birmingham (20), Bessemer (6), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. No company within 90 miles of Pelham mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Prime Appliance Care Solutions, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pelham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.1, 3.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 56 |
Closest matches for Pelham: Appliance Mechanic LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Appliance Connection (14.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (15.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
Frigidaire uses a manual filter system with a coarse filter in the tub floor and a cylinder fine filter that twists counterclockwise to lift out for rinsing, not a self-cleaning grinder. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter 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 not drying. Frigidaire notes that plastics and concave items often stay wet, then says to check the cycle used, the rinse aid level and the water heater temperature. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
When to Call for Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Gets Fixed on a Pelham Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Frigidaire Dishwasher Running
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
- Clean the whole unit about every three months by running an empty PowerPlus or Heavy cycle with Sanitize, or an empty cycle with a cup of white vinegar in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Pelham, AL
Most dishwasher calls in Pelham 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.
Questions to Ask a Pelham Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pelham, AL
Which Pelham technicians work on Frigidaire?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Frigidaire dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.