A Maytag dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Spanaway list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Spanaway
40 repair companies serve Spanaway from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Spanaway itself, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (5), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. None of the repair companies near Spanaway 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: Merit Spanaway Appliance Repair Co, around 0.5 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 1.6 |
Closest matches for Spanaway: RPS Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Weirs Appliances (4.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Dishwasher Repairs Different
Maytag dishwashers use either a hard food disposer (a chopper needing no upkeep) or a bottom filter that is quiet but must be cleaned by hand, and some models have a triple filter with upper and lower assemblies. Source: Maytag - Dishwasher Hard Food Disposer or Filtration
Dual Power Filtration combines a microfilter that traps food particles with a four-blade stainless steel chopper that breaks them down for draining. Source: Maytag - Dual Power Filtration
Maytag Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What Spanaway Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Spanaway 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Spanaway
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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: Spanaway, WA
Is my Maytag dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dishwashers?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Spanaway
Maytag Dishwasher Repair Near Spanaway
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Maytag dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Spanaway technician bring the right parts.