Most Maytag dryer repairs in Smiths Station involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Smiths Station, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Smiths Station
23 repair companies serve Smiths Station from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Columbus (11), Phenix City (3), and Opelika (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Smiths Station mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Heritage Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Smiths Station. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Smiths Station. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 23 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 4.4, 4.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
Closest matches for Smiths Station: Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hester's AAA Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 3.8 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- Dryer won't start. Hold Start for two to five seconds, make sure the door is latched and Controls Locked is off, and check the breakers or fuses. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- Clean the outdoor venting every one to two years, or sooner if drying slows, and keep the exterior hood flap free of lint, debris and nests. 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Maytag dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dryer Call
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Smiths Station Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Smiths Station 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.
Questions to Ask a Smiths Station Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Smiths Station, AL
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Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Smiths Station technician bring the right parts.