Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs in Palm Desert involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Palm Desert
40 repair companies serve Palm Desert from within 30 miles. 11 of them are based in Palm Desert itself, and other nearby bases include Palm Springs (11), Indio (6), and Cathedral City (5). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. Nearest on the list: American Service Alliance, around 0.8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Palm Desert name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm Desert. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 44 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.8, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
First up for Palm Desert: Quick n' Easy Appliance Service (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 601 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (8.3 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service Alliance (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
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
Common Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Palm Desert
Most dishwasher calls in Palm Desert 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).
Questions to Ask a Palm Desert Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Palm Desert, CA
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Other Dishwasher Repair in Palm Desert
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Palm Desert
Nearby Towns Served From Palm Desert
Frigidaire dishwasher repair for Indian Wells and Thousand Palms is handled by the same companies listed for Palm Desert. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.