Frigidaire owners in La Mesa usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving La Mesa, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near La Mesa
40 repair companies serve La Mesa from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in La Mesa itself, and the rest are spread across El Cajon (13), San Diego (8), and Spring Valley (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of La Mesa mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Precision La Mesa Appliance Repair Inc, around 0.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from La Mesa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 0.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
First up for La Mesa: Reliable Appliance, Heating and Air (4.1 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.7 stars from 3,644 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.7 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SpeedMates Home Services (3.8 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.9 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Spark Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
A countertop drain air gap, where installed, has its own removable filter and is a plumbing part, not part of the dishwasher. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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 cleaning. Frigidaire points first to the cycle chosen, since Rinse, Quick Wash and 30 Minute cycles won't handle heavy soil, then loading, detergent amount and a clogged filter, glass trap or spray arms. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| LOC | The door is locked. 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 fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a La Mesa 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 filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for La Mesa, CA
Most dishwasher calls in La Mesa 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 La Mesa
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: La Mesa, CA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Other Dishwasher Repair in La Mesa
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near La Mesa
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.