Most Maytag washer repairs in Fairport involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Fairport list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Fairport
25 repair companies serve Fairport from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Fairport itself, and the rest are spread across Rochester (14), Bloomfield (2), and Clifton Springs (2). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Fairport mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Terry Rickner Appliance Service & Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the Fairport list: Register Appliance Service (2.3 miles away, based in East Rochester, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (8.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.6 stars from 182 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.
Maytag Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Washer Technician Deals With
Select Maytag washers use commercial-grade technology that includes a stainless steel wash basket and a direct drive motor. Source: Maytag - Washers
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
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 |
| F5E2 | Top load: the lid lock cannot engage, often because something is obstructing the lock area. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E2 - Error Code |
Signs Your Maytag Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Fairport Washer Call
Care Maytag Recommends for Its 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Washer Repair
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Fairport Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fairport 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Fairport Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Fairport, NY
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Is my Maytag washer worth repairing?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.