Frigidaire owners in Faribault usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Faribault, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Washers Near Faribault
40 repair companies serve Faribault from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Faribault itself, and other nearby bases include Burnsville (4), Bloomington (4), and Savage (3). The farthest listed company is about 40 miles out. Cannon TV & Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Faribault. None of the repair companies near Faribault name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses. Faribault is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Faribault. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.2, 14.2 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
First up for Faribault: Appliance Repair Pro (31.0 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (30.5 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brent's Appliance Service (1.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (39.0 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 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 Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Washer Technician Deals With
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
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
Common Frigidaire Washer Problems
- 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
- Lid won't unlock. Stop the washer and give the lid lock one to three minutes to release, since the lid stays locked during spin. Source: Frigidaire - Top Load washer lid will not open
Reading a Frigidaire Washer Error Code
| 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Frigidaire Washer Running
- 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?
Frigidaire Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Frigidaire washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Faribault, MN
Most washer calls in Faribault 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Faribault Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Faribault, MN
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Frigidaire Washer Repair Near Faribault
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.