A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Fergus Falls list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dishwasher Repair in Fergus Falls, MN
Within 60 miles of Fergus Falls there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Fargo (5), Alexandria (2), and Moorhead (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 1 lists dishwasher work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 25.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 12 businesses. Fergus Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 25.6, 31.0, 38.3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
At the top of the Fergus Falls list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (53.3 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (50.3 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D & D Appliance, Inc. (38.3 miles away, based in Detroit Lakes, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
Why Dishwashers Break Down
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
When a dishwasher drains into a garbage disposer, the disposer's drain plug must be knocked out first; if it is left in, the dishwasher will not drain. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Fergus Falls
Before replacing a dishwasher in Fergus Falls, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Dishwasher Notes for Fergus Falls, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Fergus Falls come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Fergus Falls Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fergus Falls, MN
Is my dishwasher worth fixing?
Can a dishwasher leak damage my floor?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Brand-Specific Dishwasher Repair, Fergus Falls
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Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Fergus Falls technician a trip for parts.