Most Maytag washer repairs in Waltham involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Waltham, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag washers and other brands.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Waltham
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waltham. 2 of them are based in Waltham itself, and other nearby bases include Newton (7), Cambridge (5), and Watertown (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. None of the repair companies near Waltham name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: FAST FIX APPLIANCE REPAIR INC, around 1.2 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
At the top of the Waltham list: UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Guy Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Needham, 4.5 stars from 117 reviews); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Washer
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
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
- 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)
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - Error Code |
Signs Your Maytag Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Causes.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
Most Maytag washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Waltham, MA
Most washer calls in Waltham 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Waltham
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Waltham, MA
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Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Waltham technician bring the right parts.