Most Maytag dishwasher repairs in Mena involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Mena
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Mena. 3 of them are based in Mena itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Smith (7), Poteau (1), and Horatio (1). None of the companies within 60 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Mena. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Mena is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.5 |
At the top of the Mena list: Superior Maytag Home Appliance (79.7 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews); Zeb's Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's E-Z Pay, Inc. Appliance Center (0.2 miles away, 3.5 stars from 2 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
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
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Mena
Owner Care for Maytag Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
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
Around Mena
Most dishwasher calls in Mena 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Mena
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mena, AR
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
Do you work for Maytag?
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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.