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 Mattoon list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Mattoon
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Mattoon. 1 of them are based in Mattoon itself, and other nearby bases include Decatur (6), Champaign (6), and Olney (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. None of the repair companies near Mattoon name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Mattoon. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mattoon is inside its regular service area.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 30 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 26.4, 39.9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
The leading options for Mattoon are Probst Refrigeration and Heating, Inc. (26.4 miles away, based in Effingham, 4.7 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (44.2 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (45.7 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.5 stars from 1,233 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
Maytag dishwashers are built with a stainless steel tub meant to handle high heat and heavy-duty cleaning. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Mattoon
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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Mattoon Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Mattoon 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.
Questions to Ask a Mattoon Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mattoon, IL
Is this Maytag customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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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.