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. The Summit list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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, Summit NJ
40 repair companies serve Summit from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Summit, and other nearby bases include Union (4), Plainfield (4), and Westfield (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Appliance Repair Summit is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Summit. None of the repair companies near Summit name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 2.2, 2.5 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
Closest matches for Summit: George's Appliance Service (2.2 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TJ's Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Watchung, 4.5 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elm Appliance (4.6 miles away, based in Westfield, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
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 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
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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Summit
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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Budgeting for a Maytag Dishwasher Repair
A Maytag dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Summit
New Jersey American Water (Short Hills System), which supplies Summit, reports hardness of varies widely, about 70-389 mg/L (soft to very hard) depending on source. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: New Jersey American Water Annual Water Quality Report, Short Hills System
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.
Before You Book in Summit
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Summit, NJ
Why does my Maytag dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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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.