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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Fort Washington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Washington. 4 list an address in Fort Washington, and the rest are spread across Alexandria (24), Waldorf (3), and Arlington (2). The closest is Three J's Company, about 0.7 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Fort Washington names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
The leading options for Fort Washington are Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (11.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (11.4 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (8.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, and front-load washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
How Maytag Washers Are Built
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
- 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 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
Maytag Washer Error Codes
| 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) |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - Error Code |
| 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag Washers
- Clean the front load drain pump filter every few months or as needed to clear lint and debris; check the owner's manual for its location on your model. Source: Maytag Product Help - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load 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.
Maytag Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- 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
Laundry Notes for Fort Washington, MD
Most washer calls in Fort Washington 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Fort Washington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Fort Washington, MD
Is this Maytag customer service?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Is my Maytag washer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag washers?
Related Repair Pages for Fort Washington
Maytag Washer Repair Near Fort Washington
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.