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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near University Park
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of University Park. The rest are spread across Tinley Park (5), Chicago Heights (3), and Mokena (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. 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. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.2 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
At the top of the University Park list: Maytag Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (34.7 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (49.1 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reeces Maytag Home Appliance (86.0 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.4 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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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
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
What Maytag Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
| F6E1 | User interface or main control communication 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- Remove hard-water film with affresh or a white vinegar rinse, and consider a water softener for very hard water. Source: Maytag - Dishes are not Clean
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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 replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around University Park
Most dishwasher calls in University Park 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.
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Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in University Park
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University Park, IL
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near University Park
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.