If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Ephrata, 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dishwashers Near Ephrata
Within 30 miles of Ephrata there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ephrata itself, and the rest are spread across Reading (7), Lancaster (5), and Columbia (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: Mentzer Repairs, around 0.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ephrata mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ephrata. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 6.8, 7.0 |
First up for Ephrata: Advanced Comfort Specialists (13.1 miles away, based in Reading, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dependable Lebanon Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LGA Appliance & Fireplace (11.5 miles away, based in Gordonville, 4.9 stars from 590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (18.9 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
How Maytag Dishwashers Are Built
Maytag dishwashers are built with a stainless steel tub meant to handle high heat and heavy-duty cleaning. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Keep the rinse aid dispenser full and raise the setting if dishes stay wet. Source: Maytag - Dishes Not Drying: Quick Fix Guide
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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.
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
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Ephrata, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Ephrata 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Ephrata
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ephrata, PA
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Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Ephrata
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Ephrata technician bring the right parts.