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.
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Essex
40 repair companies serve Essex from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Essex itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (20), Parkville (4), and Towson (3). No company within 30 miles of Essex names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. G Appliances is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Essex. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.7, 3.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
Closest matches for Essex: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (45.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (41.8 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Landers Appliance (3.2 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.5 stars from 869 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Maytag dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $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?
- 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?
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.
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
- 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)
Around Essex
Most dishwasher calls in Essex 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Essex
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Essex, MD
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Should I repair or replace my Maytag dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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.