Frigidaire owners in Fox Lake usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Fox Lake, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Washers Near Fox Lake
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fox Lake. 1 of them are based in Fox Lake itself, and the rest are spread across Waukegan (4), McHenry (3), and Crystal Lake (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. 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. Nearest on the list: Best Fox Lake Appliance Repair, around 4.2 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.2, 5.0, 5.4 |
At the top of the Fox Lake list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (36.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 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
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
A top-load washer will not spin with the lid open, so an open lid can look like a drain problem. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E2 water takes too long to drain
Common Frigidaire Washer Problems
- 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
- 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?
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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Fox Lake
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
- 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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$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?
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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Fox Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fox Lake 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.
Before You Book in Fox Lake
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Fox Lake, IL
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Frigidaire washer repair for Spring Grove is handled by the same companies listed for Fox Lake. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Frigidaire washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fox Lake technician bring the right parts.