If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Des Plaines
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Des Plaines. 10 of them are based in Des Plaines itself, and other nearby bases include Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Des Plaines names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is United Appliances Repair, about 0.0 miles away. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
At the top of the Des Plaines list: Maytag Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (22.4 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Service Center (5.6 miles away, based in Wood Dale, 4.8 stars from 2,904 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
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
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
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Des Plaines
Most dishwasher calls in Des Plaines 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Des Plaines
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Des Plaines
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Des Plaines
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.