Maytag owners in Air Force Academy usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Air Force Academy 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.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Air Force Academy CO
Within 30 miles of Air Force Academy there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Colorado Springs (33), Manitou Springs (2), and Castle Rock (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Air Force Academy names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Apexstone Appliance Repair Pros, around 3.5 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Air Force Academy. 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 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 5.3, 5.6 |
First up for Air Force Academy: Mountain Maytag (47.2 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.5 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Direct Maytag Home Appliance (53.9 miles away, based in Pueblo, 2.7 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Factory (6.8 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.4 stars from 1,439 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D3/A-OK Appliance Service, Inc. (12.5 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 4,697 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Confirm the water valve is fully open and any anti-flood device is installed correctly before looking at rinse aid, loading and detergent. Source: Maytag - Dishes are not Clean
- 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean the filter on a schedule based on loads per week and pre-rinsing habits, ranging from weekly to about once a year, and make sure both filter parts lock back in place. Source: Maytag - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
- 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
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Air Force Academy Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Air Force Academy 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Air Force Academy Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Air Force Academy, CO
Do you work for Maytag?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Air Force Academy
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Air Force Academy
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.