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. Below are independent repair companies serving Sterling, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Sterling
12 repair companies serve Sterling from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Anchorage (10) and Soldotna (2). Eagle Appliances | Auto & Truck Inventory | Home Furnishings Supply is the nearest, roughly 9.7 miles from Sterling. None of the repair companies near Sterling name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars. Sterling is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sterling. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.7, 9.8, 52.5 |
Closest matches for Sterling: Eagle Appliances | Auto & Truck Inventory | Home Furnishings Supply (9.7 miles away, based in Soldotna, 2.7 stars from 10 reviews); Reliable Appliance (53.0 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (53.6 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Tims Appliance Repair and Service (9.8 miles away, based in Soldotna, 2.6 stars from 18 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Dual Power Filtration combines a microfilter that traps food particles with a four-blade stainless steel chopper that breaks them down for draining. Source: Maytag - Dual Power Filtration
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- Dishwasher not starting. Check that the unit has power, the door is fully latched, the water supply is on, control lock is off and no delayed start is set. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Not Starting or Not Operating
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Sterling
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- Run hot water at the kitchen sink for 30 to 60 seconds before starting a cycle so the dishwasher fills with hot water. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dishwasher Call
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Sterling
Most dishwasher calls in Sterling 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.
Questions to Ask a Sterling Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sterling, AK
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
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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 Maytag repair.