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. Below are independent repair companies serving San Pablo, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, San Pablo CA
Within 30 miles of San Pablo there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in San Pablo, and other nearby bases include Berkeley (9), Richmond (8), and El Cerrito (4). None of the repair companies near San Pablo name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Modern Appliance Service Partners, about 0.8 miles away. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Pablo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.5, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for San Pablo: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zuta Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service Alliance (9.8 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H.A.R. Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in El Sobrante, 4.9 stars from 51 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
The drain hose needs a high loop with no kinks, and on disposal hookups the knockout plug must be removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
When to Call for Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a San Pablo 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
Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for San Pablo
Most dishwasher calls in San Pablo 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 San Pablo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: San Pablo, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dishwashers?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
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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.