Maytag owners in Mentor usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Mentor, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag washers and other brands.
Maytag Washer Repair Near Mentor
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mentor. 3 list an address in Mentor, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (14), Painesville (2), and Eastlake (2). Distances run up to about 24 miles. No company within 90 miles of Mentor mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR, about 2.3 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mentor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.9, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Mentor: My Appliance Guy (6.9 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mentor (17.4 miles away, based in Madison, 4.7 stars from 591 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Richmond Heights, 4.7 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Washer
What Makes Maytag Washer Repairs Different
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
Common Maytag Washer Problems
- 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
- 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)
Maytag Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - 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 |
| F8E1 | Top load: the washer is not detecting the right amount of incoming water. Source: Maytag Product Help - F8E1 - Error Code |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag Washers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Mentor
Most washer calls in Mentor 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Mentor
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Mentor, OH
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Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Mentor technician bring the right parts.