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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Tavares FL
40 repair companies serve Tavares from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Tavares itself, and the rest are spread across Clermont (10), Orlando (4), and Wildwood (3). Nearest on the list: APPLIANCE REPAIR OF LAKE COUNTY INC, around 0.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Tavares name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tavares. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 6.4, 6.6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
The leading options for Tavares are Reliable Appliance Repair Longwood (21.2 miles away, based in Longwood, 4.9 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jonathan's Appliance Services (18.2 miles away, based in Wildwood, 5.0 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Home Service (15.5 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.8 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.7 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
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
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Tavares
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
- 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
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Tavares
Most dryer calls in Tavares 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Before You Book in Tavares
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Tavares, FL
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
Do you work for Maytag?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Tavares technician bring the right parts.