Most Maytag washer repairs in St. Clair Shores involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The St. Clair Shores list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag washers and other brands.
Independent Maytag Washer Technicians, St. Clair Shores MI
40 repair companies serve St. Clair Shores from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Clinton Township (5), Warren (5), and Detroit (5). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The closest is Raleigh Appliance Service Inc, about 0.1 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions Maytag by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clair Shores. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for St. Clair Shores: A Dependable Maytag Home Appliance (12.6 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.3 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (2.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in St Clair Shores, 4.5 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Washer
How Maytag Washers Are Built
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)
- Washer odor. Maytag links odor to skipped cleanings, wet loads left sitting and too much detergent or softener, and recommends regular washer cleaning and moving loads out promptly. Source: Maytag - How to repair a washing machine (top load)
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 |
| 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) |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a St. Clair Shores Washer Call
Keeping a Maytag Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Causes.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for St. Clair Shores
Most washer calls in St. Clair Shores 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 Shores
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: St. Clair Shores, MI
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
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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.