If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Richfield
40 repair companies serve Richfield from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Minneapolis (11), St Paul (6), and Burnsville (5). Appliance Repair & Support is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Richfield. No company within 90 miles of Richfield mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.5, 2.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Richfield list: Twin Cities Appliance Service Center Inc (7.1 miles away, based in Hopkins, 4.9 stars from 1,837 reviews); Omega Force Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance Outlet (9.0 miles away, based in Minneapolis, 4.7 stars from 670 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (9.8 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Maytag dishwashers use either a hard food disposer (a chopper needing no upkeep) or a bottom filter that is quiet but must be cleaned by hand, and some models have a triple filter with upper and lower assemblies. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Hard Food Disposer or Filtration
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Richfield
Most dishwasher calls in Richfield 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Richfield
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Richfield, MN
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Richfield
Maytag Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Maytag repair.