If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving South Lake Tahoe, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 South Lake Tahoe
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Lake Tahoe. 1 list an address in South Lake Tahoe, and the rest are spread across Carson City (5), Gardnerville (4), and New Washoe City (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of South Lake Tahoe mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.4 miles away. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 12.5, 13.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for South Lake Tahoe: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.8 miles away, based in Carson City, 4.5 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Costi's Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Truckee, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Nevada Appliance Outlet (17.9 miles away, based in Carson City, 4.5 stars from 292 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. 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 |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a South Lake Tahoe Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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 South Lake Tahoe
Most dishwasher calls in South Lake Tahoe 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).
Before You Book in South Lake Tahoe
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near South Lake Tahoe
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.