Most Frigidaire dishwasher repairs in Watertown 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 Watertown, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Watertown
Within 60 miles of Watertown there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Watertown, and the rest are spread across Estelline (1) and Brookings (1). The farthest listed company is about 47 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Watertown mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Mr. Appliance, about 2.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Watertown is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Watertown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
At the top of the Watertown list: Mr. Appliance of Brookings (47.4 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kuiper Appliance Service LLC (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 47 reviews).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Frigidaire Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LOC | The door is locked. 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
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Watertown Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Frigidaire Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- 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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Call
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Watertown Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Watertown 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Watertown
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Watertown, SD
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dishwasher?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
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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.