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 St. Clair Shores, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, St. Clair Shores MI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Clair Shores. The rest are spread across Clinton Township (6), Warren (5), and Detroit (4). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. No company within 90 miles of St. Clair Shores 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: Raleigh Appliance Service Inc, around 0.1 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clair Shores. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
The leading options for St. Clair Shores are Ace Appliance (5.4 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.3 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (5.0 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Detroit Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
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
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 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?
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| 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 |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a St. Clair Shores Dishwasher Call
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- 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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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
Local Notes for St. Clair Shores
Most dishwasher calls in St. Clair Shores 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.
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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in St. Clair Shores
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Clair Shores, MI
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my Frigidaire dishwasher worth repairing?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a St. Clair Shores technician bring the right parts.