Frigidaire owners in Hilo usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Hilo, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Hilo
12 repair companies serve Hilo from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Hilo, and the rest are spread across Kailua-Kona (4), Pāhoa (2), and Kurtistown (1). None of the repair companies near Hilo name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Repair Express Hilo/Puna, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 12 businesses. Hilo is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 2.1 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
First up for Hilo: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aloha Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Keaau, 4.5 stars from 25 reviews); Pacific Repair Services - Hilo (3.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Appliance Repair Express Hilo/Puna (1.4 miles away, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 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
- Dishwasher not draining. Frigidaire says to check the drain hose for kinks and a proper high loop, rinse the glass trap and filter, and confirm the disposal knockout plug was removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
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 |
| 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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Hilo
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- 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
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Hilo
Most dishwasher calls in Hilo 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Questions to Ask a Hilo Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hilo, HI
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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.