If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Madison list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Madison
Within 30 miles of Madison there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Plainfield (4), Union (3), and Westfield (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. None of the repair companies near Madison name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Brothers Appliance Repair Pros, around 2.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.7, 4.1 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
Closest matches for Madison: George's Appliance Service (3.7 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (9.9 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TJ's Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Watchung, 4.5 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
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
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Madison
Most dishwasher calls in Madison 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Madison
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Madison, NJ
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How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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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.