Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs in Apex involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Apex list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, Apex NC
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Apex. 2 list an address in Apex, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (16), Cary (6), and Durham (6). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Apex. No company within 90 miles of Apex mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Apex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
At the top of the Apex list: Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (4.8 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); Bud Matthews Services (12.1 miles away, based in Chapel Hill, 4.8 stars from 808 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (17.8 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LOC | The door is locked. 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
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its 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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Apex
Most dishwasher calls in Apex 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Apex
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dishwashers?
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Apex
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.