If your Maytag washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Makawao, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Makawao
We found 5 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Makawao. 1 of them are based in Makawao itself, and other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Wailuku (1). No company within 90 miles of Makawao mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, about 2.8 miles away. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Makawao is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Makawao. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 10.4, 11.6 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
First up for Makawao: Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); almost anything (11.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
Maytag top loaders move clothes with either an agitator or an impeller, and the drive shifts between agitation and full spin, which can make a normal clunking sound. Source: Maytag - How to repair a washing machine (top load)
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 leaking. Maytag points first to loose inlet hose connections or missing hose washers, then to the drain hose and a backed-up household drain, and to clothes added mid-cycle that raise the water over the tub. Source: Maytag Product Help - Leaking Water Underneath - Washer
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 |
| 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) |
| 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 |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Gets Fixed on a Makawao Washer Call
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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Makawao
Most washer calls in Makawao 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Makawao
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Makawao, HI
Do you work for Maytag?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag washers?
Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.