Most Maytag washer repairs in Macon involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Macon list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Macon
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Macon. 10 of them are based in Macon itself, and the rest are spread across Warner Robins (9), Byron (2), and Forsyth (2). The closest is Next Door Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Macon name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Macon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.9, 3.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
First up for Macon: Mr. Appliance of Macon (11.4 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); S&A Appliance Repair, LLC (15.0 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Centerville, 4.2 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Washer
How Maytag Washers Are Built
Select Maytag washers use commercial-grade technology that includes a stainless steel wash basket and a direct drive motor. Source: Maytag - Washers
Maytag Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Lid or door won't lock. For lid or door lock codes, Maytag says to check for clothing or objects blocking the latch area and then reset the washer by unplugging it for five minutes. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E2 - Error Code (top load)
- 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
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 |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Causes.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
Most Maytag washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Macon Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Macon 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Macon Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Macon, GA
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
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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.