If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Cotati
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cotati. 1 of them are based in Cotati itself, and the rest are spread across San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Cotati mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. ALTAMIRANO APPLIANCE REFRIGERATION, INC. is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Cotati. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cotati. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.9 |
The leading options for Cotati are Feria Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 299 reviews); Ross HVAC And Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, based in Rohnert Park, 4.9 stars from 487 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (23.4 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gold Ridge Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 553 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Cotati
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Cotati
Most dishwasher calls in Cotati 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Cotati Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Cotati, CA
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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.