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 Willows list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Willows CA
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Willows. Other nearby bases include Chico (4), Oroville (3), and Red Bluff (3). The closest is Anytime Service, about 24.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Willows 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 4.2 stars across 15 businesses. Willows is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Willows. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 24.0, 24.5, 25.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
Closest matches for Willows: Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (24.5 miles away, based in Chico, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (25.8 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); A-1 Appliance (34.9 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
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
Maytag says many dryers work best with a total equivalent vent length under 35 feet of rigid or semi-rigid metal duct, with each 90-degree elbow adding resistance. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Maytag Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer not tumbling. Confirm the controls have power, hold Start with a dry fingertip, and check that the power cord is installed correctly with tight terminal screws. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Tumbling or Spinning - Dryer
- 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
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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dryer Call
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
What Willows Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Willows 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Willows
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Willows, CA
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which Willows technicians work on Maytag?
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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.