If your Frigidaire dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Frigidaire Dishwashers Near Charles Town
Within 30 miles of Charles Town there are 39 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Frederick (8), Ashburn (8), and Leesburg (6). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair, around 3.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Charles Town mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charles Town. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 13.8, 17.5 |
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
First up for Charles Town: Loudoun Appliances LLC (29.6 miles away, based in Aldie, 4.9 stars from 263 reviews); Doctor Appliances Frederick (23.2 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Ranson, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nicole Layton's Appliance Repair, LLC (20.7 miles away, based in Stephens City, 4.7 stars from 104 reviews).
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
Common Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems
- 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 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
Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| LOC | The door is locked. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; press Start/Cancel to clear it and start a new cycle. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher Error Code Guide |
Frigidaire Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Charles Town Dishwasher Call
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
- Clear trapped debris from the spray arms along with the filter and glass trap. Source: Frigidaire - Dishwasher - Not Cleaning
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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 replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Charles Town Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Charles Town 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Charles Town
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Charles Town, WV
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Which Charles Town technicians work on Frigidaire?
Is this Frigidaire customer service?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Charles Town
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Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair for Towns Near Charles Town
The technicians listed for Charles Town also cover smaller towns nearby, including Ranson. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Frigidaire dishwasher repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.