Maytag owners in Old Town 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.
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Independent Maytag Washer Technicians, Old Town ME
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Old Town. Other nearby bases include Bangor (2), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. The closest is Penobscot Appliance Repair, about 8.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Old Town name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Old Town is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.2, 8.2, 10.0 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
At the top of the Old Town list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Penobscot Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Veazie, 3.7 stars from 6 reviews).
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
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 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
What Maytag Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Old Town
Owner Care for Maytag Washers
- On front loaders, wipe and dry the door seal folds, remove wet loads promptly and leave the door slightly open after use to limit mildew and odor. Source: Maytag Product Help - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
- 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.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
What Old Town Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Old Town 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Old Town
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Old Town, ME
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag washers?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Old Town
Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Old Town technician bring the right parts.