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 Sterling 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.
Who Works on Maytag Washers Near Sterling
40 repair companies serve Sterling from within 30 miles. 6 list an address in Sterling, and the rest are spread across Ashburn (8), Chantilly (8), and Herndon (7). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Ready Sterling Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Sterling names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sterling. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 55 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.6 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
The leading options for Sterling are Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (18.2 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (21.8 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); APPRO Appliance (8.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 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 and Features
How Maytag Washers Are Built
Select Maytag washers use commercial-grade technology that includes a stainless steel wash basket and a direct drive motor. Source: Maytag - Washers
Top load HE models use auto-sensing, spinning slowly to estimate the load before adding water in stages, so the water level can look lower than owners expect. Source: Maytag Product Help - Auto Sensing in a Top Load HE Washer
What Maytag Says to Check First
- Washer odor. Maytag links odor to skipped cleanings, wet loads left sitting and too much detergent or softener, and recommends regular washer cleaning and moving loads out promptly. Source: Maytag - How to repair a washing machine (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
What Maytag Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F5 E2 (front load) | Front load: the door is not locking properly; make sure it is fully latched and nothing is caught in it. Source: Maytag Product Help - F5 E2 - Error Code (front load) |
| F9E1 | Top load: long drain, usually tied to a kinked, clogged or improperly installed drain hose. Source: Maytag Product Help - F9E1 - Error Code |
When to Call for Maytag Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Gets Fixed on a Sterling Washer Call
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
- 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.
What Maytag Washer Repairs Cost
A Maytag washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Sterling, VA
Most washer calls in Sterling 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Sterling
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair Maytag washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Maytag Washer Repair FAQs: Sterling, VA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag washer?
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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.