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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Mount Pleasant. Other nearby bases include Muscatine (3), Iowa City (3), and Burlington (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. SEI Appliance and Repair is the nearest, roughly 20.2 miles from Mount Pleasant. None of the repair companies near Mount Pleasant name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mount Pleasant is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Pleasant. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 20.2, 24.6, 25.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
First up for Mount Pleasant: Sears Appliance Repair (46.9 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SEI Appliance and Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Mediapolis, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Fort Madison, 4.2 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lyons Appliance And Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Washington, 4.0 stars from 15 reviews).
Know which Maytag washer you have before you call. Maytag makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, and front-load models, and the technician will ask.
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
Common Maytag Washer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| F5E3 | Top load: lid lock problem; Maytag suggests a five-minute power reset first. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E3 - 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 |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Mount Pleasant Washer Call
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Mount Pleasant
Most washer calls in Mount Pleasant 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Mount Pleasant
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Mount Pleasant, IA
Do you work for Maytag?
Which Mount Pleasant technicians work on Maytag?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.