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 Chesapeake, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Chesapeake VA
Within 30 miles of Chesapeake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Chesapeake, and the rest are spread across Virginia Beach (16), Norfolk (9), and Portsmouth (5). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. The closest is Mandarin Appliance Repair Specialist, about 3.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Chesapeake mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 6.2, 7.6 |
The leading options for Chesapeake are East Coast Appliance (6.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (15.0 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); East Coast Appliance (18.7 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 5,034 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (12.7 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 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
Some models have a Leak Identification System that detects most leaks, stops filling, drains the tub and alerts the owner that service is needed. Source: Maytag - Dishwashers and Compactors
Common Maytag Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F7E2 | Wash motor error: power cycle the unit and schedule service if it returns. 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Chesapeake Dishwasher Call
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
- 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
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Chesapeake
Most dishwasher calls in Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chesapeake, VA
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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.