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 Sylacauga list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Sylacauga
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sylacauga. The rest are spread across Birmingham (17), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). No company within 90 miles of Sylacauga mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Brilliance Appliance Repair Harpersville is the nearest, roughly 15.4 miles from Sylacauga. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Sylacauga is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 15.4, 20.3, 24.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
The leading options for Sylacauga are Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (36.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (31.3 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (34.7 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Dryer Repairs Different
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Sylacauga Dryer Call
Owner Care for Maytag 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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
Most Maytag dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Sylacauga Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Sylacauga 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.
Before You Book in Sylacauga
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Sylacauga, AL
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Which Sylacauga technicians work on Maytag?
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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.