If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Reading list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Reading
Within 30 miles of Reading there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Reading, and other nearby bases include Pottstown (5), Allentown (3), and Schwenksville (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Reading mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Electric Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Reading. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.2, 2.0 |
Closest matches for Reading: Gerhard's Appliance (25.1 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Comfort Specialists (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Electric Repair Co (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 45 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
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
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Reading
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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. 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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Reading Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Reading 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Reading
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Reading, PA
Why does my Frigidaire dishwasher show an error code?
Which Reading technicians work on Frigidaire?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Related Repair Pages for Reading
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Reading
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Reading
Frigidaire dishwasher repair for Birdsboro is handled by the same companies listed for Reading. 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 Reading technician bring the right parts.