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 Carthage, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Carthage MO
14 repair companies serve Carthage from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Carthage, and the rest are spread across Joplin (8), Monett (2), and Pittsburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Carthage mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Bowers Service Co is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Carthage. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 7.7, 9.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Carthage: Bowers Service Co (0.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Joplin (11.3 miles away, based in Joplin, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Joplin, 4.3 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hillbilly Outlet (11.3 miles away, based in Joplin, 4.3 stars from 172 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
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 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
Reading a Maytag Dishwasher Error Code
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Carthage
Most dishwasher calls in Carthage 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Carthage
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carthage, MO
Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
Which Carthage technicians work on Maytag?
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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.