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. The Lake in the Hills list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Who Works on Frigidaire Washers Near Lake in the Hills
Within 30 miles of Lake in the Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Lake in the Hills, and other nearby bases include Elgin (11), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Nearest on the list: Reliafix Appliance & HVAC, around 0.4 miles out. 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. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake in the Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
At the top of the Lake in the Hills list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (30.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (9.8 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
Know which Frigidaire washer you have before you call. Frigidaire makes top-load and laundry center models, and the technician will ask.
Frigidaire Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Washer Repairs Different
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?
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Washer not spinning. Start with an unbalanced load: power off, wait for the lid to unlock, rearrange the clothes or add a few similar items, then restart. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer tub not spinning
- Washer not draining. Check whether the washer was moved or the drain hose bumped, then straighten any kink in the drain hose. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer is not draining
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 |
Frigidaire Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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:
- 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Lake in the Hills
Most washer calls in Lake in the Hills 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 Lake in the Hills
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Lake in the Hills, IL
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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.