Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair

Frigidaire dishwashers range from basic models with plastic tubs to Gallery and Professional models with stainless tubs, more spray zones and quieter insulation. All use a wash motor and pump to circulate water, a drain pump, an inlet valve, a heating element or heater in the circulation system, and a filter at the base of the tub. Controls range from simple push buttons to electronic touch panels. Many Frigidaire models drop the hard-food chopper in favor of a removable filter, so owner cleaning matters more than it used to.

Leaks are a common complaint, often from the door gasket on plastic-tub models, a cracked spray arm, or a worn pump seal. Drain pumps clog or fail, leaving water in the tub. Wash motors wear out, causing poor cleaning or a humming sound. Inlet valves fail or get clogged, especially in homes on private wells where sediment can build up. Control panels and door switches can fail and stop the cycle from starting.

With the power off, remove and clean the filter at the base of the tub. Check that the spray arms spin freely and the holes are clear. Inspect the door gasket for tears or debris. Make sure the drain hose is not kinked and the garbage disposal knockout plug has been removed. Use detergent made for automatic dishwashers only. If water is pooling on the floor, turn off the water supply under the sink.

Our technicians test the wash motor, drain pump, inlet valve, door switch and control, and trace leaks to their source. On Gallery and Professional models with electronic controls, we check for stored error information. We explain each finding and the price before starting work.

Pump, valve and gasket repairs are usually worthwhile. A failed control or wash motor on a basic plastic-tub Frigidaire may cost a large share of a new dishwasher, and we will tell you when replacement is the better choice.