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.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Aliso Viejo
40 repair companies serve Aliso Viejo from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Aliso Viejo, and other nearby bases include Laguna Niguel (9), Mission Viejo (7), and Laguna Beach (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Aliso Viejo Geary Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Aliso Viejo. None of the repair companies near Aliso Viejo name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
First up for Aliso Viejo: Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (3.6 miles away, based in Laguna Niguel, 4.8 stars from 930 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair USA (4.8 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.9 stars from 599 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Appliance Crew (4.9 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.8 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Fix (5.3 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Select models add forced air to heated drying (Sahara Dry or PowerPlus Dry), while Air Dry uses no heat and may leave some items damp. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not starting. Frigidaire says to make sure Delay Start or Child Lock isn't set, the door is fully closed, Start was pressed, and the water and breaker are on. Source: Frigidaire - What Should I Do If My Dishwasher Is Not Starting?
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Aliso Viejo Dishwasher Call
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Aliso Viejo
Most dishwasher calls in Aliso Viejo 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Aliso Viejo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Aliso Viejo, CA
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Is my Frigidaire dishwasher worth repairing?
Which Aliso Viejo technicians work on Frigidaire?
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Aliso Viejo
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.