If your Maytag washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Whiskey Creek list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Whiskey Creek
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Whiskey Creek. Other nearby bases include Fort Myers (31), Cape Coral (8), and Fort Myers Beach (1). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Applivia Appliance Repair & Kitchen Care, about 0.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Whiskey Creek mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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 washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
First up for Whiskey Creek: Mr. Appliance of Lee County (6.6 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.7 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike's Appliance Repair Service (5.5 miles away, based in Cape Coral, 4.5 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
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
Common Maytag Washer Problems
- 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
What Maytag Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - Error Code |
Signs Your Maytag Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the front load drain pump filter every few months or as needed to clear lint and debris; check the owner's manual for its location on your model. Source: Maytag Product Help - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
- If fill is slow, shut off the water, remove the inlet hoses and scrub clogged inlet screens on the back of the water valve with a brush and mild soap. Source: Maytag Product Help - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Brand guides: Maytag Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Causes.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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 Whiskey Creek
Most washer calls in Whiskey Creek 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Whiskey Creek Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Whiskey Creek, FL
Which Whiskey Creek technicians work on Maytag?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in Whiskey Creek
Maytag Washer Repair Near Whiskey Creek
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.