If your Frigidaire washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Fort Washington, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Frigidaire Washer Technicians, Fort Washington MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Washington. 4 list an address in Fort Washington, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Waldorf (3), and Arlington (2). No company within 90 miles of Fort Washington mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Three J's Company, around 0.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 2.2 |
| Mention washer work | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
At the top of the Fort Washington list: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (9.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (8.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 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 and Features
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Washer won't start. First confirm the washer is sitting level. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer does not start?
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Frigidaire 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?
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- 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
Around Fort Washington
Most washer calls in Fort Washington 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Fort Washington
- 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?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Fort Washington, MD
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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 Fort Washington technician bring the right parts.