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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near San Diego
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Diego. 31 list an address in San Diego, and other nearby bases include La Mesa (8) and El Cajon (1). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is COMMERCIAL APPLIANCE SERVICENTER, about 1.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of San Diego mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Diego. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.3, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
At the top of the San Diego list: San Diego Appliance Repair Center (4.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Center (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 228 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ECH Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Local (4.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 178 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
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 smells bad. Frigidaire asks when the unit was last cleaned, recommends a sanitize or vinegar cycle and filter cleaning, and says to confirm water isn't standing in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
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 |
| 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 |
| 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
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in San Diego
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Set the water heater to at least 120°F and run hot water at the kitchen sink before starting a cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What San Diego Owners Should Know
City of San Diego Public Utilities Department, which supplies San Diego, reports hardness of averages about 16 grains per gallon (about 276 mg/L), ranging roughly 16-18 grains per gallon depending on demand and location; hard water. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of San Diego Public Utilities - Water Quality
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 San Diego
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Diego, CA
Why does my Frigidaire dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Frigidaire dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near San Diego
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.