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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Ann Arbor
Within 30 miles of Ann Arbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Ann Arbor itself, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Brighton (3), and Romulus (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. The closest is Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Ann Arbor mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Ann Arbor: Michigan Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,578 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Service Network (14.0 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 3,174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
Frigidaire's i20 drain-fault guidance calls for the drain hose to sit at least 32 inches off the floor. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide
Select models add forced air to heated drying (Sahara Dry or PowerPlus Dry), while Air Dry uses no heat and may leave some items damp. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Frigidaire Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 cleaning. Frigidaire points first to the cycle chosen, since Rinse, Quick Wash and 30 Minute cycles won't handle heavy soil, then loading, detergent amount and a clogged filter, glass trap or spray arms. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC | The door is locked. 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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Ann Arbor
Keeping a Frigidaire Dishwasher Running
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Ann Arbor Owners Should Know
City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Services, which supplies Ann Arbor, reports hardness of hard; total hardness averaged about 130 mg/L (about 7.6 grains per gallon), ranging roughly 96-170 mg/L, in the city's 2019 water quality report. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2019 Water Quality Report - City of Ann Arbor
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Ann Arbor Technician
- 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: Ann Arbor, MI
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Other Dishwasher Repair in Ann Arbor
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Ann Arbor
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Ann Arbor
Frigidaire dishwasher repair for Saline and Chelsea is handled by the same companies listed for Ann Arbor. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Ann Arbor technician bring the right parts.