Maytag owners in Riverdale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Riverdale list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag dishwashers and other brands.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Riverdale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Riverdale. 1 list an address in Riverdale, and the rest are spread across Chicago (8), Palos Heights (3), and Oak Lawn (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is Riverdale Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Riverdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 2.0, 2.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Riverdale: Maytag Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (30.8 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alsip Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Alsip, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
Dual Power Filtration combines a microfilter that traps food particles with a four-blade stainless steel chopper that breaks them down for draining. Source: Maytag - Dual Power Filtration
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Riverdale
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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Riverdale
Most dishwasher calls in Riverdale 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.
Before You Book in Riverdale
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Riverdale, IL
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Riverdale
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Riverdale
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.