If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Olney list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 Olney
40 repair companies serve Olney from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Olney, and other nearby bases include Rockville (12), Gaithersburg (10), and Silver Spring (5). The closest is Ready Olney Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Olney mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Olney. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
First up for Olney: FUSE Service Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Trusted Home Experts (5.8 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL or Cd | The door is not fully closed and latched; closing it firmly should clear the code. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| LOC | The door is locked. 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 |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its 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
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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.
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Olney, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Olney 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Olney
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Olney, MD
Is my Frigidaire dishwasher worth repairing?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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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.