If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Vacaville list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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 Vacaville
Within 30 miles of Vacaville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Vacaville, and the rest are spread across Fairfield (9), Vallejo (8), and Davis (4). No company within 90 miles of Vacaville mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Vital Vacaville Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Vacaville. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Vacaville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 1.1 |
First up for Vacaville: Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (17.5 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scapelli's Appliance Repairs (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 180 reviews); Eddys appliance repair. (7.5 miles away, based in Fairfield, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ed's Affordable Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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 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
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Remove hard-water film with affresh or a white vinegar rinse, and consider a water softener for very hard water. Source: Maytag - Dishes are not Clean
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Vacaville Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Vacaville 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 Vacaville 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?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Vacaville, CA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Vacaville technician bring the right parts.