If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Newark, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Newark
Within 30 miles of Newark there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Newark itself, and the rest are spread across Fremont (19), Union City (6), and Mountain View (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Glacier Comfort Newark Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Newark. None of the repair companies near Newark name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newark. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
Closest matches for Newark: Appliance ProCare — Repair Service in Palo Alto (3.0 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.7 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Azer Appliance & HVAC Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 86 reviews); ASAP Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
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
Maytag Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 not heating. Run an empty heated timed cycle to confirm, rule out Air Only, then check both breakers and the 240-volt supply on electric models or the open gas valve on gas models. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Reading a Maytag Dryer Error Code
| 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 |
| 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
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
- 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
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Newark
Most dryer calls in Newark 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Before You Book in Newark
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Newark, CA
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Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
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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.