If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Pelham 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Pelham
40 repair companies serve Pelham from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Pelham, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (20), Bessemer (6), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. None of the repair companies near Pelham name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Prime Appliance Care Solutions, about 2.8 miles away. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pelham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.1, 3.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
At the top of the Pelham list: Appliance Mechanic LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (15.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Appliance Connection (14.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 cleaning. Confirm the water valve is fully open and any anti-flood device is installed correctly before looking at rinse aid, loading and detergent. Source: Maytag - Dishes are not Clean
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Pelham
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
What Pelham Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Pelham 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Questions to Ask a Pelham Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pelham, AL
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Pelham
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.