Most Maytag dishwasher repairs in Petal involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Petal, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Petal MS
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Petal. 1 of them are based in Petal itself, and other nearby bases include Hattiesburg (4), Columbia (2), and Laurel (1). None of the repair companies near Petal name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Knight's Appliance Repair, about 7.0 miles away. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Petal is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.0, 7.8, 8.3 |
Closest matches for Petal: Brackman Service Company (8.3 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews); Appliance Service Central LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 12 reviews); Knight's Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); B&S Appliance & Flooring (12.1 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.2 stars from 12 reviews).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Dual Power Filtration combines a microfilter that traps food particles with a four-blade stainless steel chopper that breaks them down for draining. Source: Maytag - Dual Power 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 drying. Choose a cycle with heated dry, keep rinse aid filled, avoid nesting dishes and run hot water at the sink before starting. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
What Maytag Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Petal Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Maytag Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- 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 Petal
Most dishwasher calls in Petal 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Petal Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Petal, MS
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Why are my dishes still wet?
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Petal
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Petal technician bring the right parts.