If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Elgin
Within 30 miles of Elgin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 list an address in Elgin, and the rest are spread across St. Charles (5), Lake in the Hills (4), and Carpentersville (3). Nearest on the list: Lake County Appliance Solutions, around 0.9 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. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elgin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.8, 2.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
Closest matches for Elgin: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair Dundee (4.5 miles away, based in West Dundee, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Top Tier Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASU Tech Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Schaumburg, 4.8 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
A countertop drain air gap, where installed, has its own removable filter and is a plumbing part, not part of the dishwasher. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide
Common Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems
- 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 smells bad. Frigidaire asks when the unit was last cleaned, recommends a sanitize or vinegar cycle and filter cleaning, and says to confirm water isn't standing in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. 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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Elgin
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Elgin
Most dishwasher calls in Elgin 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.
Before You Book in Elgin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elgin, IL
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Elgin
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Elgin
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.