Maytag owners in Wheaton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Wheaton
Within 30 miles of Wheaton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Wheaton itself, and other nearby bases include Silver Spring (11), Bethesda (11), and Rockville (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, around 0.9 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
At the top of the Wheaton list: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (11.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (10.6 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (2.5 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Maytag washer you have before you call. Maytag makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, and front-load models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Maytag Washer
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
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)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - Error Code |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - Error Code |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Wheaton
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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.
Maytag Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Wheaton
Most washer calls in Wheaton 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Wheaton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Wheaton, MD
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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.