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 Auburn, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Auburn
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Auburn. 4 list an address in Auburn, and the rest are spread across Portland (5), Lisbon (1), and Turner (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Auburn 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: Agren, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.6, 1.8 |
At the top of the Auburn list: Agren (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 365 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (17.0 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
A countertop drain air gap, where installed, has its own removable filter and is a plumbing part, not part of the dishwasher. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
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
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?
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. 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
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Auburn Dishwasher Call
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
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Auburn
Most dishwasher calls in Auburn 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Auburn
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Auburn, ME
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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.