Most Maytag dryer repairs in Berkeley involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Berkeley list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Berkeley
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Berkeley. 9 list an address in Berkeley, and the rest are spread across Oakland (18), El Cerrito (4), and Albany (3). The closest is Berkeley Appliance Repair Technologies, about 0.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Berkeley name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.3, 0.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
Closest matches for Berkeley: Zuta Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urban Appliance Repair LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Emeryville, 5.0 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Piedmont, 3.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Berkeley
Care Maytag Recommends for Its 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Berkeley
Most dryer calls in Berkeley 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Berkeley
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Berkeley, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Berkeley
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Berkeley
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.