Frigidaire owners in Kettering usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Kettering, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Washers Near Kettering
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kettering. The rest are spread across Washington (7), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). None of the repair companies near Kettering name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Tanzanite Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.9, 4.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Kettering: SK Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (2.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Washer Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Washers Are Built
Supply pressure is specified at 30 to 120 psi with no more than about 10 psi difference between hot and cold, and the inlet connectors have filters that can clog. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Water Supply Guide
Common Frigidaire Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Frigidaire Washer Error Code
| 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
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Frigidaire Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Frigidaire Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Kettering
Most washer calls in Kettering 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.
Before You Book in Kettering
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Kettering, MD
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.