If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Federal Way list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Frigidaire. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Frigidaire directly.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Federal Way
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Federal Way. 6 list an address in Federal Way, and the rest are spread across Auburn (12), Kent (11), and Tacoma (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. No company within 90 miles of Federal Way mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Appliance Service Solutions LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Federal Way. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Federal Way. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.1, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Federal Way list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (2.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Just Appliances LLC (6.1 miles away, based in Kent, 4.9 stars from 379 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repairman LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Kent, 5.0 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Frigidaire Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
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
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Reading a Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. 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 |
| 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
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Federal Way
Keeping a Frigidaire Dishwasher Running
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
- 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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Federal Way
Most dishwasher calls in Federal Way 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Federal Way
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Federal Way, WA
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Federal Way
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Federal Way
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Frigidaire dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Federal Way technician bring the right parts.