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 Charlottesville, 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.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Charlottesville
Within 30 miles of Charlottesville there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Charlottesville, and the rest are spread across Fishersville (3), Gordonsville (1), and Orange (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. None of the repair companies near Charlottesville 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: Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, around 0.6 miles out. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charlottesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.1, 2.9 |
The leading options for Charlottesville are Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (25.9 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Appliances LLC (1.1 miles away, 3.9 stars from 106 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dishwasher
What a Maytag Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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
Maytag Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Charlottesville
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Local Notes for Charlottesville
Most dishwasher calls in Charlottesville 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Charlottesville Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Charlottesville, VA
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dishwasher?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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.