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. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Clair Shores, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, St. Clair Shores MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Clair Shores. The rest are spread across Clinton Township (6), Warren (5), and Detroit (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Of those, 1 mentions Maytag by name. Raleigh Appliance Service Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from St. Clair Shores. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 2.0, 2.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
At the top of the St. Clair Shores list: A Dependable Maytag Home Appliance (12.6 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.3 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (2.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Sargent Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
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 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- 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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for St. Clair Shores
Most dishwasher calls in St. Clair Shores 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.
Questions to Ask a St. Clair Shores Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Clair Shores, MI
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near St. Clair Shores
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.