Frigidaire owners in Santa Monica usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Santa Monica list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Santa Monica
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Monica. 13 of them are based in Santa Monica itself, and other nearby bases include Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Santa Monica 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: Everest Tower Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
At the top of the Santa Monica list: Everest Tower Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixer appliance repair (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Price Appliance Repair & HVAC (4.3 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NL Westside Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Common Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not drying. Frigidaire notes that plastics and concave items often stay wet, then says to check the cycle used, the rinse aid level and the water heater temperature. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- 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?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 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?
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
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Santa Monica, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Santa Monica technician bring the right parts.