Frigidaire owners in Watertown usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Watertown, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair Near Watertown
Within 30 miles of Watertown there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Watertown, and other nearby bases include Sun Prairie (3), Madison (3), and Oconomowoc (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 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. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 24 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 13.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
At the top of the Watertown list: Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home (1.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KB Appliance Repair LLC (25.2 miles away, based in Cottage Grove, 4.9 stars from 92 reviews); Radtke Appliance, Inc. (13.3 miles away, based in Oconomowoc, 4.6 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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 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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
When to Call for Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Watertown
Care Frigidaire Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and glass trap every two to three months. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
- Clean the whole unit about every three months by running an empty PowerPlus or Heavy cycle with Sanitize, or an empty cycle with a cup of white vinegar in the tub. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Odors
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Watertown, WI
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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Watertown Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Watertown, WI
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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.