If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Waukegan list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Frigidaire Dishwasher Technicians, Waukegan IL
Within 30 miles of Waukegan there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Waukegan itself, and the rest are spread across Highland Park (5), Vernon Hills (4), and Kenosha (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Waukegan names Frigidaire in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Land of Lincoln Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waukegan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
First up for Waukegan: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Command Service Center, INC (13.7 miles away, based in Antioch, 5.0 stars from 818 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (4.2 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); AMZ Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
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 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?
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| i40 | The filter or sump is clogged; clean the glass trap and filter and run it again. 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 |
| 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 |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Frigidaire Dishwasher Running
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Waukegan, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Waukegan 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.
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Questions to Ask a Waukegan Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waukegan, IL
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire dishwashers?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Waukegan
Also Serving Towns Around Waukegan
Frigidaire dishwasher repair for Park City is handled by the same companies listed for Waukegan. Each town also has its own dishwasher repair page with the nearest companies:
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.