A Maytag dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Desert Hot Springs, 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.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Desert Hot Springs
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Desert Hot Springs. 4 list an address in Desert Hot Springs, and other nearby bases include Palm Springs (11), Palm Desert (11), and Cathedral City (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. None of the repair companies near Desert Hot Springs name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Wolf Top Choice Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Desert Hot Springs. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.3, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 59 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
At the top of the Desert Hot Springs list: Quick n' Easy Appliance Service (18.1 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 4.8 stars from 601 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wolf Top Choice Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in NO PALM SPRINGS, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (11.5 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dishwasher Technician Deals With
PowerDry and Heated Dry with Fan models use a heating element plus an internal fan to remove moisture after the wash. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Maytag dishwashers are built with a stainless steel tub meant to handle high heat and heavy-duty cleaning. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Desert Hot Springs
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Desert Hot Springs Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Desert Hot Springs 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Desert Hot Springs
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Desert Hot Springs, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Desert Hot Springs
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.