Most Frigidaire washer repairs in Mentor 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Frigidaire Washer Technicians, Mentor OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mentor. 3 of them are based in Mentor itself, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (14), Painesville (2), and Eastlake (2). Distances run up to about 24 miles. G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Mentor. None of the repair companies near Mentor 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 35 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.9, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
Closest matches for Mentor: My Appliance Guy (6.9 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MYRIAD Professional Services (10.6 miles away, based in Euclid, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Washer Repairs Different
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
When to Call for Frigidaire Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Mentor
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Washers
- Use new fill hoses with rubber washers, replace flood-safe hoses with standard washer hoses, and run both faucets before connecting to flush debris away from the valve screens. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Water Supply Guide
- 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
Most Frigidaire washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Mentor
Most washer calls in Mentor 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Mentor
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Mentor, OH
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Frigidaire Washer Repair for Towns Near Mentor
Frigidaire washer repair for Mentor-on-the-Lake and Chardon is handled by the same companies listed for Mentor. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
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.