If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The East Meadow 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.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near East Meadow
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of East Meadow. 3 list an address in East Meadow, and other nearby bases include Hempstead (7), Freeport (5), and Garden City (5). Nearest on the list: Strong Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of East Meadow mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Meadow. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for East Meadow: American Service (3.8 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.8 stars from 508 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Long Island HVAC Repair LLC (2.0 miles away, based in Levittown, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stark Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Bellmore, 4.7 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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)
Local Notes for East Meadow
Most dishwasher calls in East Meadow 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in East Meadow
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: East Meadow, NY
Why does my dishwasher smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dishwashers?
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.