If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Piedmont list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Piedmont
40 repair companies serve Piedmont from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Piedmont, and other nearby bases include Oakland (28), Berkeley (5), and Alameda (3). None of the repair companies near Piedmont name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Experienced Home Appliance Repair Mechanics, around 0.2 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Piedmont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
At the top of the Piedmont list: American Service Alliance (2.7 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zuta Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Alliance (1.6 miles away, based in Oakland, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General Refrigeration Services Co (2.4 miles away, based in Oakland, 5.0 stars from 45 reviews).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
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 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
- 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?
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Piedmont Dishwasher Call
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
- 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
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Piedmont
Most dishwasher calls in Piedmont 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Piedmont
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Piedmont, CA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Piedmont technician bring the right parts.