If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Mount Airy 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.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Mount Airy MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Airy. The rest are spread across Gaithersburg (11), Frederick (8), and Germantown (5). Distances run up to about 16 miles. 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: Appliance Repair Technologies Damascus, around 6.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.5, 7.8, 7.9 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the Mount Airy list: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (34.1 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (33.7 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (13.6 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- Clean the filter on a schedule based on loads per week and pre-rinsing habits, ranging from weekly to about once a year, and make sure both filter parts lock back in place. Source: Maytag - How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- 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 Mount Airy
Most dishwasher calls in Mount Airy 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 Mount Airy
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- 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: Mount Airy, MD
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Mount Airy technician bring the right parts.