Most Frigidaire washer repairs in Star involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Star, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Washers Near Star
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Star. The rest are spread across Boise (13), Nampa (8), and Caldwell (7). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. None of the repair companies near Star name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Augurey appliance and home, around 4.7 miles out. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.7, 6.4, 6.9 |
The leading options for Star are Mr. Appliance of Southwest Idaho (8.4 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.9 stars from 1,198 reviews); Murf's Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.8 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Western Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Boise, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy's Appliance Repair Services (11.6 miles away, based in Boise, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire sells top-load and laundry center washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Frigidaire Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Washers Are Built
Top-load models lock the lid during spin as a safety feature, and the lock takes roughly one to three minutes to release after the washer is stopped. Source: Frigidaire - Top Load washer lid will not open
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
- Lid won't unlock. Stop the washer and give the lid lock one to three minutes to release, since the lid stays locked during spin. Source: Frigidaire - Top Load washer lid will not open
- Washer draining slowly. Clear kinks or clogs in the drain hose, check standpipe height and diameter, and cut back on excess detergent. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
What Frigidaire Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| E4 | The washer is out of balance during spin (top load). Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance |
Frigidaire Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Star
Owner Care for Frigidaire 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
- Empty pockets of coins and buckles and secure the drain hose with zip ties to stop rattling and knocking. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
What Star Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Star 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Star
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Star, ID
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Frigidaire washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.