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.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Fergus Falls
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Fergus Falls. The rest are spread across Fargo (5), Alexandria (2), and Wahpeton (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 25.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Fergus Falls mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Fergus Falls is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fergus Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 25.6, 31.0, 44.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
At the top of the Fergus Falls list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.6 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lakeside Appliance Service (45.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 24 reviews); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (53.3 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews).
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.
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
How Maytag Washers Are Built
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 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
- 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 |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - 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 on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
Most Maytag washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Fergus Falls, MN
Most washer calls in Fergus Falls 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Fergus Falls Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Fergus Falls, MN
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.