If your Maytag washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Clair, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 St. Clair
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Clair. The rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Columbus (1), and Marine City (1). No company within 30 miles of St. Clair names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Uncle Jack's Appliance Repair, about 8.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 15 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clair. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.8, 9.0, 11.0 |
First up for St. Clair: A Dependable Maytag Home Appliance (39.1 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.3 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Marine City, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Fort Gratiot Township, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Higher Standards Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Harrison Township, 4.4 stars from 299 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.
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
Top load HE models use auto-sensing, spinning slowly to estimate the load before adding water in stages, so the water level can look lower than owners expect. Source: Maytag Product Help - Auto Sensing in a Top Load HE Washer
Maytag Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Maytag Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for St. Clair, MI
Most washer calls in St. Clair 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in St. Clair
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: St. Clair, MI
Is this Maytag customer service?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
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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.