If your Maytag washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, 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.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag washers and other brands.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near College
6 repair companies serve College from within 233 miles. Other nearby bases include Fairbanks (3), Wasilla (2), and Palmer (1). Distances run up to about 233 miles. None of the repair companies near College name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from College. The 6 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. College is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from College. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 4.3, 4.7 |
| Repair companies inside 233 miles | 6 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
The leading options for College are Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Goldstream Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Appliance Service Company (4.3 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Reliable Appliance (232.9 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.8 stars from 325 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Washer
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
The washer will only run and spin when the lid or door switch senses it is fully closed, and the lid or door locks at the start of a cycle. Source: Maytag Product Help - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
What Maytag Says to Check First
- Washer odor. Maytag links odor to skipped cleanings, wet loads left sitting and too much detergent or softener, and recommends regular washer cleaning and moving loads out promptly. Source: Maytag - How to repair a washing machine (top load)
- Washer not filling. Maytag says to make sure both faucets are fully open, the inlet hoses are not kinked, and the inlet screens on the water valve are not clogged. Source: Maytag Product Help - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Reading a Maytag Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F5E3 | Top load: lid lock problem; Maytag suggests a five-minute power reset first. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E3 - Error Code |
| F5E1 | Top load: lid switch problem; the lid may not be fully closed or something is blocking the switch. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E1 - Error Code |
| F5 E2 (front load) | Front load: the door is not locking properly; make sure it is fully latched and nothing is caught in it. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5 E2 - Error Code (front load) |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag Washers
- Run the Clean Washer cycle with a washer cleaning tablet about once a month, or when the clean washer light comes on or odor appears; without that cycle, use the hottest, highest water setting. Source: Maytag Product Help - Cleaning Washers with affresh
- On front loaders, wipe and dry the door seal folds, remove wet loads promptly and leave the door slightly open after use to limit mildew and odor. Source: Maytag Product Help - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
Brand guides: Maytag Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Causes.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
Most Maytag washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for College, AK
Most washer calls in College come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in College
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: College, AK
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Maytag?
Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.