Maytag washer noisy

Why is my Maytag washer so loud?

Loud noises in a washer are often caused by:

• Unbalanced load.
• Unstable leveling feet.
• Worn tub bearing.
• Foreign object in the drain pump.

Other problems can also cause loud noise in your washer such as suspension problems, a broken spin basket support or a worn drive belt.

Check for an unbalanced load

Thumping or banging noise is often made by an unbalanced load.

Stop the washer and rebalance the load when you hear this noise. Remove some of the load if the basket is overloaded. (Overloading prevents the washer from being able to balance the load.)

Here’s a helpful video that shows how to deal with an out-of-balance load in a washing machine:

If the washer bangs loudly when empty or with a balanced load, a bad suspension component such as a spring or shock absorber could be the cause of the loud noise.

Have a service technician examine and repair your washer when you suspect that a suspension component has failed.

Check for stability and adjust leveling feet if needed

If your washer is roaring like a jet plane when it spins and “walking” across the laundry room floor, then unstable leveling legs are likely causing this loud noise.

To check for stability, press down firmly on diagonally opposing corners of the washer cabinet.

If you detect slight rocking or play when pressing down on the cabinet, you’ll need to adjust the leveling legs to eliminate that play while keeping the washer level. Use a level and wrench to make the adjustments to eliminate play and level the washer.

Follow the directions in the installation guide for your washer to level the washer and stabilize it by adjusting the leveling legs.

Signs of a worn tub bearing

The noise of a worn tub bearing is similar to that of an unstable washer cabinet described above. You’ll likely hear roaring in the spin mode and you may also hear scraping metal sounds as well as banging.

The tub bearing holds the spin basket in place and stabilizes it during the spin mode and agitation or tumbling mode.

Replacing a bad tub bearing is an advanced repair that requires special tools and expertise. When you suspect that your washer has a bad tub bearing, schedule washer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician fix the problem.

Dealing with washer noise while draining

A foreign object in the washer drain pump will typically cause a loud buzzing noise while the drain pump runs.

In a front-load washer, you may be able to find the object stuck in the drain pump filter.

On some front-load washers, you can access and check that drain pump filter using the steps in this video:

If your front-load washer doesn’t have a bottom front access panel like the one shown in the video, you may be able to access the drain pump filter by removing the back washer panel and finding that pump filter under the washer tub. Unplug the washer before removing that back panel. Wear work glove to protect your hand when reaching inside the washer cabinet because metal edges inside the washer are sharp.

If you’re unable to find the drain pump filter or need to have a service technician find and fix the noise problem, schedule repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.

If you have a top-load washer, you can unplug the washer and follow the steps in this video to check the drain pump for a foreign object or damage:

Although we enjoy helping you find and fix washer noise problems on your own when possible, we encourage you to be safe and have your machine professionally serviced when you’re not confident that you can find and fix a noise problem on your own. At Sears Home Services, we always here and ready to help you with any appliance repair.

What to expect when you experience a Maytag washer makes noise issue

How is the makes noise problem fixed?

Correcting most makes noise problems usually involves replacing the suspension rod, electronic control board or motor. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a noisy washer

When the washer makes noise it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend scheduling Maytag washing machine repair with a local Sears Home Services professional who can perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.

What to look out for with a washer that makes noise diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

Troubleshooting for a Maytag Washer Making Noise

When your Maytag washer is making noise, follow these troubleshooting tips find and fix the problem.

• Check for an unbalanced load. Clothes that is tangled and jumbled together inside the spin basket can cause the washer to thump and bang loudly as the washer tub moves around too much and hits the sides of the metal cabinet. Stop the washer and untangle the load. Drop garments loosely inside the spin basket and start a new cycle to wash the load.
• Coins or other foreign objects can make loud noises as the washer agitates or tumbles and spins. Check the spin basket and remove any foreign objects that you find. Check pockets thoroughly and remove those items before loading garments in the washer.
• Check the leveling feet. When your Maytag washer is making noise such as roaring or buzzing during the spin cycle, check the leveling feet. Level the washer using a bubble or laser level as shown in the installation instructions. With the washer level, adjust the leveling feet to stabilize the washer and remove any rocking as you press down on opposing corners of the cabinet.

If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you find the cause of your Maytag washer making noise, a worn tub bearing, suspension system failure, damaged spin basket or other problems can be causing the noise. Schedule service to have an experienced Sears Home Services technician visit your home to fix the noise problem.

Maytag Washer Makes a Loud Noise When Spinning

Loud noises during the spin cycle in your Maytag washer are often caused by these issues.

• Unbalanced load. Check to see if garments inside the spin basket are tangled and clumped together. If so, untangle the garments and load them loose and evenly in the spin basket.
• Too small of a load. Washing an extremely small load can challenge the washer when it tries to balance the load for spinning. Add towels or other garments or items to the load when you’re only washing a few items.
• Unstable leveling feet. Level the washer according the guidelines in the installation instructions for your washer. After the washer is generally level, press on opposing corners to check for rocking and adjust the leveling feet to eliminate the rocking.
• For objects inside the spin basket. Coins and other foreign objects such as bra underwires can make noise during the spin cycle. Check the spin basket and remove any foreign objects.

Other causes for noise during the spin cycle include:

• Worn tub bearing.
• Broken suspension system component such as a shock or suspension rod.
• Damaged spin basket.
• Worn or damaged drive system components such as the drive pulley, drive belt or drive motor.
• Foreign objects stuck in the drain pump.

Schedule washer repair service when you’re unable to find and fix the problem when your Maytag washer makes a loud noise when spinning.

What to do When Your New Maytag Washer is Making Loud Noise when Agitating

When you have a new Maytag washer making loud noise when agitating, follow these general troubleshooting steps to fix minor problems yourself:

1. Check for foreign objects inside the spin basket such as coins or bra underwires that can noise during agitation. Remove any items that you find and check pockets thoroughly when loading the washer. Use a mesh laundry bag and fasten the bra clasps to help keep bra underwires in place during the wash cycle. Consider using a gentle wash cycle when washing loads with bras.
2. Untangle the load if garments get bunched up.
3. Check the leveling feet. Level the washer according the installation instructions. Check for rocking when pressing down on opposing corners of the washer and adjust the leveling feet to eliminate rocking so the washer is stable.

If these tips don’t help, then items caught in the drain pump or a failure in the drive system can cause the problem of a new Maytag washer making noise when agitating.

If your new Maytag washer is less than a year old and still under warranty, follow the instructions in the owner’s manual to contact Maytag for warranty service. If your new Maytag washer is out of warranty schedule washer repair service through Sears Home Services and we’ll send an experienced technician to your home to fix the problem.

Troubleshooting a Maytag Washer Making Loud Noise When Spinning

Follow these expert troubleshooting tips when your Maytag washer is making loud noise when spinning:

1. Check for an unbalanced load. If you find clothes clumped together in a big wad inside the washer spin basket, untangle the load and distribute the garments loosely and evenly in the spin basket. Restart the cycle.
2. Add garments or towels to an extremely small load. When you’re only washing a few items in the washer, the control may not be able to balance the small load properly. Add a couple of towels or some extra garments to the load so the washer can spin smoothly and not make loud noise when spinning.
3. Check leveling of the washer. Use a bubble or laser level to properly level the washer according to the guidelines in the installation instructions. Press down on opposing corners of the washer to check stability after getting the washer level. Adjust leveling legs to prevent rocking when will cause the washer to roar when spinning.
4. Check the stability of flooring under the washer. If your washer is on an upper floor of your house or you have a pier and beam foundation, unstable flooring can cause roaring in the spin cycle. You may need to bolt down a ¾-inch sheet of plywood under the washer to stabilize the flooring under the washer.

If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help, a component failure in the washer such as a worn tub bearing, bad drive system part, broken suspension part or items stuck in the drain pump can cause the problem of your Maytag washer making loud noise when spinning. Schedule washer repair service to repair these types of problems.

How to Find the Cause of Maytag Washer Noise When Spinning

Maytag washer noise when spinning can be caused by many different problems. Finding the cause of the noise of the noise if often possible by interpreting the type of noise and finding the location the noise is coming from.

Use these expert tips to find the cause of Maytag washer noise when spinning.

• When you hear a roaring noise like a jet engine from the entire cabinet in the spin cycle, check the leveling feet for stability. Press down on the opposing corners of the washer. If you detect slight rocking of the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet to eliminate the rocking and stabilize the washer cabinet. This should eliminate that type of noise.
• A loud roaring noise coming from the back of a front-load washer or the bottom of a top-load washer could indicate that the washer has a worn tub bearing. A service technician will need to fix this type of problem because a tub bearing is not easy to replace in a washer.
• Loud buzzing noise when spinning is often caused by foreign objects caught in the drain pump. If you have a front-load Maytag washer, remove the drain pump filter to check the drain pump housing for an object caught in the drain pump. You may need to have a service technician fix this type of problem if you’re unable to access and remove the object on your own.
• Thumping or banging during the spin cycle can be caused by an unbalanced load or a failed component such as suspension spring or shock absorber. Check the condition of the load inside the spin basket and redistribute clothes if needed. Schedule washer repair service to fix a suspension system failure.

Maytag Washing Machine Making Grinding Noise

When your Maytag washing machine is making grinding noise, a foreign object could be stuck in the drain pump. If you have a front-load washer with access to the drain pump filter from the bottom of the front panel, follow the directions in your owner’s manual to remove the filter and check the pump housing for foreign objects. Clearing debris or object from that area may eliminate the grinding noise.

An item such as a bra underwire can poke through a hole in the spin basket and rub against the washer tub to make a grinding noise. Items or debris stuck between the spin basket and the washer tub can also cause grinding noise. Check the spin basket for foreign items that could be causing the grinding noise. Schedule washer repair service if you suspect that debris or items are stuck between the spin basket and the washer tub.

Other problems that can make grinding noise in your Maytag washing machine include a worn tub bearing, damaged drive pulley and worn drive belt. Have a Sears Home Services technician examine and repair your Maytag washing machine when you’re unable to find and fix the cause of the grinding noise yourself.
A noisy Maytag washer often points to worn bearings, rattling panels, or lodged debris in the tub. Left unchecked, the commotion can escalate to bigger mechanical issues. Rather than tuning out the racket, enlist washing machine service. Smooth operation maintains your Maytag’s lifespan.