Frigidaire owners in Hickory usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Hickory list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Frigidaire Washer Repair Near Hickory
Our data shows 19 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hickory. 5 of them are based in Hickory itself, and other nearby bases include Mooresville (4), Newton (2), and Morganton (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hickory 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: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hickory. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.1, 3.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
The leading options for Hickory are Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Morganton, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); LKN Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Washer
What a Frigidaire Washer Technician Deals With
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
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its 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
Most Frigidaire washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Hickory Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hickory 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hickory
- How often do you repair Frigidaire washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Hickory, NC
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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 Hickory technician bring the right parts.