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. Below are independent repair companies serving Scottsboro, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Scottsboro
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Scottsboro. 1 of them are based in Scottsboro itself, and other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Fort Payne (4). The farthest listed company is about 45 miles out. None of the repair companies near Scottsboro name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. APPLIANCE SERVICE OF AMERICA LLC is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Scottsboro. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses. Scottsboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Scottsboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 14.3, 18.4 |
First up for Scottsboro: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (32.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (42.5 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.5 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Gadsden, 4.4 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Air Only and Air/Fluff cycles never add heat, so a no-heat complaint should start with a five-minute heated timed test. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Electric Maytag dryers need a 240-volt supply on two 30-amp breakers, one for the motor and one for the heating element, so one tripped breaker can leave the dryer tumbling without heat. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Maytag Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer not tumbling. Confirm the controls have power, hold Start with a dry fingertip, and check that the power cord is installed correctly with tight terminal screws. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Tumbling or Spinning - Dryer
- 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| AF / F4E3 | Restricted airflow from a clogged lint screen or a blocked, crushed or overly bent vent. 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 |
Wi-Fi-connected Maytag dryers can send notifications and help troubleshoot issues through the Maytag app, which may require a connected subscription. Source: Maytag - Dryers
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Scottsboro
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Scottsboro
Most dryer calls in Scottsboro 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)
Gas fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Scottsboro
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Scottsboro, AL
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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.