A Frigidaire washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, 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.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Independent Frigidaire Washer Technicians, Alabaster AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Alabaster. 3 list an address in Alabaster, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (19), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. Nearest on the list: M&M, around 0.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Alabaster name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alabaster. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.6, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
The leading options for Alabaster are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (21.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (15.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (9.8 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (15.1 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Frigidaire washer you have before you call. Frigidaire makes top-load and laundry center models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Frigidaire Washer
How Frigidaire Washers Are Built
Supply pressure is specified at 30 to 120 psi with no more than about 10 psi difference between hot and cold, and the inlet connectors have filters that can clog. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Water Supply Guide
Common Frigidaire Washer Problems
- Washer won't start. First confirm the washer is sitting level. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer does not start?
- Off balance / shaking. Level the washer, confirm the foam shipping support was removed, and redistribute any clothes bunched on one side. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance
Frigidaire Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E4 | The washer is out of balance during spin (top load). Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance |
| E2 | Water is taking too long to drain or not draining properly (top load). Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E2 water takes too long to drain |
When to Call for Frigidaire Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Washers
- Use new fill hoses with rubber washers, replace flood-safe hoses with standard washer hoses, and run both faucets before connecting to flush debris away from the valve screens. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Water Supply Guide
- Level the washer front to back and side to side on a solid floor, then tighten the leveling-leg lock nuts; legs should not extend more than half an inch below the base. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
Frigidaire Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Frigidaire washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Alabaster
Most washer calls in Alabaster come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Questions to Ask a Alabaster Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Alabaster, AL
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.