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.
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, Dunlap TN
16 repair companies serve Dunlap from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Chattanooga (9), Georgetown (1), and Monteagle (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. None of the repair companies near Dunlap name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is A Realiable Appliance., about 22.7 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunlap. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 22.7, 22.8, 23.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
Closest matches for Dunlap: Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (26.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (23.6 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.3 stars from 417 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Masters Appliance Heating & Air (26.5 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.8 stars from 149 reviews).
Maytag Washer Lines and Features
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
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)
Maytag Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
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 |
| F5E2 | Top load: the lid lock cannot engage, often because something is obstructing the lock area. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E2 - 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 |
Maytag Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Dunlap
Most washer calls in Dunlap 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Dunlap
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Dunlap, TN
Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Dunlap
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.