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. The Mount Carmel 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, Mount Carmel TN
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mount Carmel. Other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Bristol (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Milhorn Appliance is the nearest, roughly 5.9 miles from Mount Carmel. No company within 90 miles of Mount Carmel mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 19 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.9, 8.0, 8.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
At the top of the Mount Carmel list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (14.5 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Greeneville, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
Maytag Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - 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
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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.
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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: $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?
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.
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
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Mount Carmel, TN
Most washer calls in Mount Carmel 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).
Questions to Ask a Mount Carmel Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Mount Carmel, TN
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why does my Maytag washer show an error code?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Mount Carmel
Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Mount Carmel technician bring the right parts.