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 Covington 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 Covington
Within 30 miles of Covington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Covington itself, and the rest are spread across Cincinnati (28), Florence (3), and Erlanger (2). No company within 90 miles of Covington mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Complete Appliance, about 1.9 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Covington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.2, 3.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
At the top of the Covington list: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (4.9 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BA Appliance Repair Service (9.8 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 5.0 stars from 2,073 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Florence, 4.3 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service Co (12.0 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Washer
How Maytag Washers Are Built
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)
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| F5E3 | Top load: lid lock problem; Maytag suggests a five-minute power reset first. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E3 - Error Code |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Covington Washer Call
Keeping a Maytag Washer Running
- 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
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- 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 Covington
Most washer calls in Covington 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Covington Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Covington, KY
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is this Maytag customer service?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Other Washer Repair in Covington
Maytag Washer Repair Near Covington
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.