A Maytag dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Homer list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Homer
7 repair companies serve Homer from within 119 miles. 1 of them are based in Homer itself, and the rest are spread across Anchorage (4) and Soldotna (2). No company within 90 miles of Homer mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Anchor River Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Homer is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Homer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (119 mi) | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 60.4, 61.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the Homer list: Anchor River Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews); Eagle Appliances | Auto & Truck Inventory | Home Furnishings Supply (61.1 miles away, based in Soldotna, 2.7 stars from 10 reviews); Tims Appliance Repair and Service (60.4 miles away, based in Soldotna, 2.6 stars from 18 reviews); Reliable Appliance (118.1 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Maytag dishwashers use either a hard food disposer (a chopper needing no upkeep) or a bottom filter that is quiet but must be cleaned by hand, and some models have a triple filter with upper and lower assemblies. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Hard Food Disposer or Filtration
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not draining. Maytag says to cut power, bail out standing water, then remove and rinse the filters and check the sump for debris before moving on to the drain hose, disposer knockout plug and air gap. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Not Draining
- Dishwasher not drying. Choose a cycle with heated dry, keep rinse aid filled, avoid nesting dishes and run hot water at the sink before starting. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F9E1 | Long drain: the dishwasher is not draining in time; clean the filter and check the drain hose, disposer and air gap. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F8E4 | Water detected in the drip tray: empty the tray, confirm the float switch is connected and look for leaking water connections. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Homer
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- Soak a crusted filter in equal parts white vinegar and warm water, and avoid wire brushes or scouring pads that can damage it. Source: Maytag - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
- Clean the filter on a schedule based on loads per week and pre-rinsing habits, ranging from weekly to about once a year, and make sure both filter parts lock back in place. Source: Maytag - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Homer Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Homer 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.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
Before You Book in Homer
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Homer, AK
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Homer technicians work on Maytag?
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Homer
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Homer technician bring the right parts.