Frigidaire owners in Evanston usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Evanston IL
Within 30 miles of Evanston there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 10 list an address in Evanston, and other nearby bases include Skokie (8), Chicago (8), and Lincolnwood (3). The closest is Golas Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Frigidaire by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 0.7 |
The leading options for Evanston are Whirlpool Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair & Service (5.3 miles away, based in Winnetka, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (2.9 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Washer Technician Deals With
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?
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 |
|---|---|
| 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Evanston
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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?
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Washer Repair
A Frigidaire washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- How old the washer is
Around Evanston
Most washer calls in Evanston 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Evanston
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Evanston, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my Frigidaire washer show an error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Evanston technician bring the right parts.