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. The Skidaway Island 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 Skidaway Island
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Skidaway Island. The rest are spread across Savannah (12), Hilton Head Island (3), and Garden City (1). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Affordable Appliace Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.2 miles from Skidaway Island. None of the repair companies near Skidaway Island name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 5.4, 5.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
The leading options for Skidaway Island are Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Griffin Appliance Repair LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Services (16.2 miles away, based in Richmond Hill, 4.3 stars from 94 reviews); Repliance Pro (10.5 miles away, based in Savannah, 4.7 stars from 58 reviews).
Maytag sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, and front-load washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Maytag Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - 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) |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Maytag Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Skidaway Island, GA
Most washer calls in Skidaway Island 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.
Before You Book in Skidaway Island
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Skidaway Island, GA
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Skidaway Island
Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Skidaway Island technician bring the right parts.