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.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Riverdale Park MD
Within 30 miles of Riverdale Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (11), Silver Spring (8), and Hyattsville (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. No company within 30 miles of Riverdale Park names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. dc metro commercial appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Riverdale Park. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.1, 2.5 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Riverdale Park: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (11.2 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (7.0 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (6.3 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Maytag dishwashers are built with a stainless steel tub meant to handle high heat and heavy-duty cleaning. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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 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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Riverdale Park Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Riverdale Park, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Riverdale 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.
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 Riverdale Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Riverdale Park, MD
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dishwasher?
Is this Maytag customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Riverdale Park
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Riverdale Park
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Riverdale Park technician bring the right parts.