If your Maytag dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Maytag Dishwasher Technicians, Fairfax VA
Within 30 miles of Fairfax there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Fairfax, and the rest are spread across Vienna (5), Falls Church (4), and Burke (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Washer Dryer Oven Fridge Fix and Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Fairfax. No company within 30 miles of Fairfax names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairfax. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
Closest matches for Fairfax: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (10.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (15.1 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
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 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 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 |
|---|---|
| F7E2 | Wash motor 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
What Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most Maytag dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Fairfax
Most dishwasher calls in Fairfax 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.
Before You Book in Fairfax
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair Maytag dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Maytag Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairfax, VA
Why are my dishes still wet?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Fairfax
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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.