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. The Newark list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Newark
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Newark. 4 of them are based in Newark itself, and the rest are spread across Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Elkton (3). Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service in Newark, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Newark names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newark. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.3, 2.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
First up for Newark: Maytag (86.6 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Abbott Appliance (8.6 miles away, based in Elkton, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Padele Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bear, 5.0 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What a Maytag Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Some models have a Leak Identification System that detects most leaks, stops filling, drains the tub and alerts the owner that service is needed. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Around Newark
Most dishwasher calls in Newark 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Newark
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Newark, DE
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Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Newark technician bring the right parts.