If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The New Ulm 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, New Ulm MN
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of New Ulm. 3 list an address in New Ulm, and the rest are spread across Mankato (5), Faribault (3), and Hutchinson (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Alwin/Klassen Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from New Ulm. No company within 90 miles of New Ulm mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 23 businesses. New Ulm is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from New Ulm. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.6, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 29 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the New Ulm list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alwin/Klassen Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews); Quality Appliance & Television (1.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance & Television (26.7 miles away, based in Mankato, 4.7 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Dishwasher
How Frigidaire Dishwashers Are Built
The drain hose needs a high loop with no kinks, and on disposal hookups the knockout plug must be removed. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwashers - Not Draining
Frigidaire's i20 drain-fault guidance calls for the drain hose to sit at least 32 inches off the floor. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
| 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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Frigidaire Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled and adjust its setting if the model allows. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Drying
What Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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 gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for New Ulm, MN
Most dishwasher calls in New Ulm 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near New Ulm
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: New Ulm, MN
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dishwasher?
Which New Ulm technicians work on 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 New Ulm technician bring the right parts.