Frigidaire owners in Kingsport usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Kingsport 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 Kingsport
Within 30 miles of Kingsport there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Kingsport itself, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Greeneville (3). The closest is Milhorn Appliance, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Kingsport mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kingsport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.3, 2.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
The leading options for Kingsport are Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (8.3 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bean Heating Cooling & Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Washers Are Built
The drain standpipe should be no taller than 96 inches and at least 1-1/4 inches across, and the hose should not be sealed airtight into it. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
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
- 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 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
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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Frigidaire Washer Running
- 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
- 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
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Kingsport Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kingsport 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Kingsport
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Kingsport, TN
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my Frigidaire washer show an error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Also Serving Towns Around Kingsport
Frigidaire washer repair for Bloomingdale, Mount Carmel, and Church Hill is handled by the same companies listed for Kingsport. 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.