Maytag owners in Fairfax usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Fairfax
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fairfax. 15 list an address in Fairfax, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (5), Vienna (4), and Burke (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Fairfax names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Washer Dryer Oven Fridge Fix and Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairfax. 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) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
The leading options for Fairfax are Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (10.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (15.1 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Know Your Maytag Washer
What Makes Maytag Washer Repairs Different
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 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)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F5E3 | Top load: lid lock problem; Maytag suggests a five-minute power reset first. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5E3 - 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 |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - Error Code |
Signs Your Maytag Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Washer Running
- 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
- 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
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Fairfax
Most washer calls in Fairfax 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Fairfax Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Fairfax, VA
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag washers?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Maytag Washer Repair Near Fairfax
Write down any error code your Maytag washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fairfax technician bring the right parts.