A Maytag dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The Alexander City list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Alexander City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Alexander City. 2 list an address in Alexander City, and other nearby bases include Anniston (4), Opelika (3), and Montgomery (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. The closest is Presley Appliance & Furniture, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Alexander City name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Alexander City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 25.1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 58 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
First up for Alexander City: Sears Appliance Repair (40.9 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.4 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (47.6 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Auburn Appliance Sales & Service (35.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 327 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
Maytag Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Clean the lint screen, check that the vent is metal, short and not crushed, and make sure the outside hood flap opens freely. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Noisy dryer. For pounding, check that none of the four legs is missing, and for knocking or rattling, clear pockets before drying. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| L2 | Low or no line voltage that can keep the heater off; check both breakers or fuses and the power cord. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault; Maytag suggests cutting power at the breaker for one minute and retrying a timed cycle before calling for service. Source: Maytag Product Help - F# Error Code on Dryer |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Alexander City
Owner Care for Maytag Dryers
- Fill the drum about one-half to three-quarters full and dry similar fabrics together. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Use rigid or semi-rigid metal vent duct and avoid plastic or foil accordion duct. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Brand guides: Maytag Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Maytag Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Alexander City
Most dryer calls in Alexander City come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Alexander City
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Alexander City, AL
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Alexander City
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Alexander City
Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Maytag repair.