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 Romeoville 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.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Romeoville
Within 30 miles of Romeoville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Romeoville, and other nearby bases include Joliet (14), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (8). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 30 miles of Romeoville names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Romeoville Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Romeoville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.6, 2.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the Romeoville list: Maytag (12.4 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag Appliance Repair (36.1 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (7.6 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Washer
What Makes Maytag Washer Repairs Different
Select Maytag washers use commercial-grade technology that includes a stainless steel wash basket and a direct drive motor. Source: Maytag - Washers
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - 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 |
| F5E2 | Top load: the lid lock cannot engage, often because something is obstructing the lock area. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E2 - Error Code |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Gets Fixed on a Romeoville Washer Call
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Washers
- If fill is slow, shut off the water, remove the inlet hoses and scrub clogged inlet screens on the back of the water valve with a brush and mild soap. Source: Maytag Product Help - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
- 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
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
What Romeoville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Romeoville 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Romeoville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Romeoville, IL
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Romeoville
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.