A Frigidaire dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, Spencer IA
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Spencer. 1 of them are based in Spencer itself, and the rest are spread across Storm Lake (2), Algona (2), and Spirit Lake (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Galbraith Appliance Repair., around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Spencer mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Spencer is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 18.7, 23.7 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
The leading options for Spencer are Galbraith Appliance Repair. (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 16 reviews); Zone Home Entertainment (34.7 miles away, based in Storm Lake, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Heartland Appliance And Repair (44.8 miles away, based in George, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lakes Appliance Repairs (18.7 miles away, based in Spirit Lake, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
Select models add forced air to heated drying (Sahara Dry or PowerPlus Dry), while Air Dry uses no heat and may leave some items damp. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Frigidaire uses a manual filter system with a coarse filter in the tub floor and a cylinder fine filter that twists counterclockwise to lift out for rinsing, not a self-cleaning grinder. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
Frigidaire Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not starting. Frigidaire says to make sure Delay Start or Child Lock isn't set, the door is fully closed, Start was pressed, and the water and breaker are on. Source: Frigidaire - What Should I Do If My Dishwasher Is Not Starting?
- Dishwasher not draining. Frigidaire says to check the drain hose for kinks and a proper high loop, rinse the glass trap and filter, and confirm the disposal knockout plug was removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| i20 | The dishwasher did not drain completely; check the disposal knockout, the drain hose for pinches and height, and the filters and sump. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| CL or Cd | The door is not fully closed and latched; closing it firmly should clear the code. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Spencer Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Set the water heater to at least 120°F and run hot water at the kitchen sink before starting a cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Spencer, IA
Most dishwasher calls in Spencer 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Spencer
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Spencer, IA
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.