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 Escanaba, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Escanaba
Our data shows 7 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Escanaba. 1 list an address in Escanaba, and the rest are spread across Wausaukee (1), Skandia (1), and Kingsford (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Escanaba. No company within 90 miles of Escanaba mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 7 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Escanaba is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 43.4, 45.4 |
Closest matches for Escanaba: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jewett Used Appliances & Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Wausaukee, 4.7 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in Menominee, 4.4 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.5 miles away, based in Kingsford, 4.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Maytag dishwashers are built with a stainless steel tub meant to handle high heat and heavy-duty cleaning. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Some models have a Leak Identification System that detects most leaks, stops filling, drains the tub and alerts the owner that service is needed. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Run hot water at the kitchen sink for 30 to 60 seconds before starting a cycle so the dishwasher fills with hot water. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
- 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
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Escanaba
Most dishwasher calls in Escanaba 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Escanaba
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Escanaba, MI
Do you work for Maytag?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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.