If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Gaithersburg, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Gaithersburg MD
Within 30 miles of Gaithersburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Gaithersburg, and other nearby bases include Rockville (10), Germantown (5), and Boyds (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Eddie's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Gaithersburg. No company within 30 miles of Gaithersburg names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
First up for Gaithersburg: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (18.3 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (19.3 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (2.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 197 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- Dishwasher leaking. Find where the leak starts, then level the unit so the door closes squarely, clear the filter and drain path, and confirm only dishwasher detergent is used. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Leaking Troubleshooting Guide
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Confirm the water valve is fully open and any anti-flood device is installed correctly before looking at rinse aid, loading and detergent. Source: Maytag - Dishes are not Clean
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Gaithersburg
Most dishwasher calls in Gaithersburg 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Gaithersburg
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Gaithersburg, MD
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Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Gaithersburg
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Gaithersburg technician bring the right parts.