Frigidaire Dishwasher Not Draining in St. Augustine, FL
Water pools at the bottom of the tub. Usually drain pump, clog, or check-valve. We fix this on Frigidaire dishwashers across St. Augustine. Call early and a technician is usually at your door that same afternoon.

Why your Frigidaire dishwasher is not draining
A Frigidaire dishwasher that is not draining tends to show the same signs: water pools at the bottom of the tub. Usually drain pump, clog, or check-valve. The usual culprit is debris jamming the impeller. Left unaddressed, laundry backs up fast.
Most likely causes
- Control board not signalling the pump
- A stuck check valve
- Kinked or blocked drain hose
- Clogged drain pump or filter
- Debris jamming the impeller
Known Frigidaire dishwasher weak points
- Inadequate cooling from dirty coils or temp-control faults
- Ice maker failures and small/misshapen cubes
- Water inlet valve leaks
- Frost buildup in the freezer compartment
Quick check — and when it's not DIY
Do this first — it takes two minutes: check the drain hose isn't kinked or blocked and clear any visible debris from an accessible filter. If that doesn't fix it, a failed pump has to be pulled from inside the base, and reassembling it wrong risks a leak that's worse than the original problem.
How we fix it
An experienced tech tests the Frigidaire dishwasher systematically and pinpoints what's actually causing the not draining. Frigidaire (Electrolux) OEM parts are widely available through authorized distributors, but sealed-system refrigerant repairs require an experienced technician. You approve a flat price up front, and the work is backed by our labour and parts warranty.
Independent service experienced with Frigidaire appliances; not an authorized Frigidaire service center.
What St. Augustine homeowners say
on the First Coast
“Called late at night and a tech was here by mid-morning to look at the Frigidaire dishwasher. Clean, on-time, and they took the old part with them. Would call again.”
“Two other shops couldn't fit us in — these guys fixed the Frigidaire dishwasher the same day. They clearly knew Frigidaire inside out and had the part on the truck.”
“The Frigidaire dishwasher broke right before the weekend and they still came out same-day. Flat price agreed up front, and they stood behind the labour warranty.”
Other Frigidaire dishwasher problems we fix
Frequently asked questions
Do you warranty your repairs?
Every repair is backed by a 1-year labour warranty and a 6-month parts warranty. If the same issue returns in that window, we come back at no charge.
What's the price for a Frigidaire dishwasher that is not draining?
Typical costs for a Frigidaire dishwasher that is not draining land between $130–$400, parts and labour included. The $89 call-out is applied to the job and the quote is flat — no meter running.
Do you offer same-day service in St. Augustine?
Same-day is common in St. Augustine. Our trucks run the area every day and emergency slots are held open for breakdowns that can't wait.
Is there a fee for the diagnostic?
The $89 diagnostic covers a full on-site inspection and is applied to your repair total. There are no hidden trip charges or surcharges on top of your quote.
Get same-day service in St. Augustine.
Flat-rate pricing, 1 year labour warranty, and fast dispatch.