Most Maytag washer repairs in Metropolis involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Metropolis 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.
Independent Maytag Washer Technicians, Metropolis IL
Within 60 miles of Metropolis there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Paducah (7), Murray (3), and Benton (2). None of the repair companies near Metropolis name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Appliance Help Center is the nearest, roughly 4.5 miles from Metropolis. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Metropolis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Metropolis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 28 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.5, 5.4, 6.5 |
Closest matches for Metropolis: Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help Center (4.5 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Paducah, 1.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.2 miles away, based in Murray, 4.3 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Washer Repairs Different
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Reading a Maytag Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Metropolis
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.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Metropolis
Most washer calls in Metropolis 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Metropolis
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Metropolis, IL
Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this Maytag customer service?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Metropolis
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.