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. Below are independent repair companies serving DeKalb, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Frigidaire Washer Technicians, DeKalb IL
Within 30 miles of DeKalb there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Aurora (9), Elgin (8), and St. Charles (5). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. No company within 30 miles of DeKalb names Frigidaire in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Knodle's Appliance Services Co Inc, about 5.0 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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 washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.0, 7.9, 11.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the DeKalb list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (46.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Assured Appliance & Heating & Air (11.9 miles away, based in Genoa, 4.8 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Leonardi Appliance (24.9 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews).
Frigidaire Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Washers Are Built
The drain standpipe should be no taller than 96 inches and at least 1-1/4 inches across, and the hose should not be sealed airtight into it. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
The washer tries to correct an unbalanced load on its own and shows E4 once it has failed three times. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance
Frigidaire Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not filling. Make sure both the hot and cold supply faucets are fully open. Source: Frigidaire - Top Load washer not filling with water properly
- Washer won't start. First confirm the washer is sitting level. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer does not start?
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 spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Frigidaire Washers
- Use the recommended detergent amount and keep dispenser compartments below the max line, since excess detergent slows draining. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
- 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
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
Most Frigidaire washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
What DeKalb Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in DeKalb 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.
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Hiring a Washer Repair Company in DeKalb
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: DeKalb, IL
Is my Frigidaire washer worth repairing?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Write down any error code your Frigidaire washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a DeKalb technician bring the right parts.