Most Maytag dishwasher repairs in Smiths Station involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Smiths Station list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Smiths Station AL
Within 30 miles of Smiths Station there are 23 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Columbus (11), Phenix City (3), and Opelika (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. No company within 90 miles of Smiths Station mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Heritage Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Smiths Station. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.0, 4.4, 4.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
First up for Smiths Station: Appliance Care Pros (18.4 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Auburn Appliance Sales & Service (21.4 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 327 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-co Appliance (10.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Smiths Station
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Smiths Station
Most dishwasher calls in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Smiths Station, AL
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Smiths Station technician bring the right parts.