If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The San Clemente list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 San Clemente
40 repair companies serve San Clemente from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in San Clemente itself, and other nearby bases include Laguna Niguel (9), Mission Viejo (5), and San Juan Capistrano (4). None of the repair companies near San Clemente name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Dewey's TV & Home Appliances, about 1.6 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.6, 1.7 |
First up for San Clemente: Dewey's TV & Home Appliances (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 618 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Star Appliance Services (2.3 miles away, based in Capistrano Beach, 5.0 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care of San Clemente (2.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Appliance Care (6.5 miles away, based in Ladera Ranch, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in San Clemente
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- Clear the lint screen before each load, and wash it in warm water with a soft brush if softener residue builds up. 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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What San Clemente Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in San Clemente 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near San Clemente
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: San Clemente, CA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you work for Maytag?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near San Clemente
Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a San Clemente technician bring the right parts.