A Maytag washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Taft
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Taft. 1 list an address in Taft, and other nearby bases include Bakersfield (30) and Anaheim (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Taft. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Taft. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 21.9, 22.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
At the top of the Taft list: Dutch Maytag Home Appliance Center (79.2 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 3.7 stars from 46 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 5.0 stars from 1 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
A liquid-filled balance ring at the top of the tub shifts to offset uneven loads so the basket stays steady at higher spin speeds. Source: Maytag Product Help - Water Heard in Washer, but not Seen - Balance Ring Information
Maytag Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not draining or not spinning. Maytag says to confirm the lid or door is fully shut and the load is balanced, then check for oversudsing, a kinked or clogged drain hose, standpipe height and, on some front loaders, a clogged drain pump filter. Source: Maytag Product Help - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
- Off balance, shaking or walking. Maytag says to spread the load evenly, confirm the shipping bolts were removed, and level the washer so all four feet sit firmly on the floor. Source: Maytag Product Help - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
What Maytag Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F5E2 | Top load: the lid lock cannot engage, often because something is obstructing the lock area. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E2 - Error Code |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - Error Code |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Taft Washer Call
Care Maytag Recommends for Its 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
- Use only HE detergent in HE washers and measure it per the detergent maker's directions, since too much causes oversudsing, poor rinsing and residue. Source: Maytag Product Help - HE Detergent use in a Washer
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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Taft
Most washer calls in Taft 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Taft
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Taft, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Taft
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Maytag repair.