If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Newport, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Newport AR
17 repair companies serve Newport from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Batesville (4), Searcy (3), and Jonesboro (2). None of the repair companies near Newport name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 24.3 miles away. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Newport is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 24.3, 24.5, 24.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
At the top of the Newport list: Appliance 911 (31.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Batesville, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Searcy, 4.5 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handy Mandy's (24.8 miles away, based in Batesville, 2.8 stars from 9 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 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 leaking. Find where the leak starts, then level the unit so the door closes squarely, clear the filter and drain path, and confirm only dishwasher detergent is used. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Leaking Troubleshooting Guide
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| F7E2 | Wash motor 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
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Newport
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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Newport Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Newport 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Newport
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Newport, AR
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
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Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Newport technician bring the right parts.