Most Frigidaire washer repairs in Ithaca involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Ithaca
Within 60 miles of Ithaca there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Ithaca itself, and other nearby bases include Syracuse (8), Liverpool (4), and Elmira (3). Distances run up to about 54 miles. None of the repair companies near Ithaca name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Ulvarix Appliance Repair Ithaca is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Ithaca. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses. Ithaca is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ithaca. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.8, 17.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
First up for Ithaca: Witty Appliance Service (17.3 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Horseheads, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Frigidaire washer you have before you call. Frigidaire makes top-load and laundry center models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Frigidaire Washer
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
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
Frigidaire Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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 spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Ithaca
Keeping a Frigidaire Washer Running
- 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?
- 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
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Ithaca Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ithaca 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Ithaca
- How often do you repair Frigidaire washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Ithaca, NY
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The technicians listed for Ithaca also cover smaller towns nearby, including South Hill. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Frigidaire washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code your Frigidaire washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Ithaca technician bring the right parts.