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 San Bruno, 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near San Bruno
Within 30 miles of San Bruno there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in San Bruno itself, and other nearby bases include Burlingame (12), Daly City (9), and South San Francisco (8). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Smart Appliances Corp., around 0.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near San Bruno name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Bruno. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.1 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the San Bruno list: Appliance Repair Today (5.5 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.8 stars from 539 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair San Francisco LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.9 stars from 469 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Powerstream Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in South San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
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 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
- 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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in San Bruno
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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- 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)
Local Notes for San Bruno
Most dishwasher calls in San Bruno 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 San Bruno
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Bruno, 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.