Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs in Crystal Lake involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Crystal Lake, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, Crystal Lake IL
40 repair companies serve Crystal Lake from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Crystal Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Elgin (8), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Frigidaire by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Crystal Lake. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Crystal Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.4, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
First up for Crystal Lake: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (31.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Superior Appliance Repair Wauconda (9.5 miles away, based in Wauconda, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Appliance Doctor and Hvac Repair Corp (4.2 miles away, based in Algonquin, 4.8 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 drying. Frigidaire notes that plastics and concave items often stay wet, then says to check the cycle used, the rinse aid level and the water heater temperature. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Frigidaire points first to the cycle chosen, since Rinse, Quick Wash and 30 Minute cycles won't handle heavy soil, then loading, detergent amount and a clogged filter, glass trap or spray arms. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Hd or HO | Not a fault: the unit is heating water before the cycle continues, and colder incoming water takes longer. 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 |
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Crystal Lake
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean the whole unit about every three months by running an empty PowerPlus or Heavy cycle with Sanitize, or an empty cycle with a cup of white vinegar in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Crystal Lake
Most dishwasher calls in Crystal Lake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Crystal Lake Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Crystal Lake, IL
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Crystal Lake technician bring the right parts.