Most Maytag dishwasher repairs in Portage Lakes 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 Portage Lakes, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Portage Lakes
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Portage Lakes. Other nearby bases include Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Collins Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Portage Lakes. 1 of them mentions Maytag in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 48 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 5.8, 5.8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Portage Lakes are Eastside Maytag (5.9 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.2 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Collins Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Barberton, 4.7 stars from 246 reviews); Grove Appliance Furniture & Mattress, Alliance (23.7 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,823 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
PowerDry and Heated Dry with Fan models use a heating element plus an internal fan to remove moisture after the wash. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Portage Lakes
Care Maytag Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Portage Lakes
Most dishwasher calls in Portage Lakes 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Portage Lakes
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portage Lakes, OH
Is this Maytag customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dishwasher?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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.