Most Maytag dryer repairs in Dunwoody involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Dunwoody 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 Dunwoody
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dunwoody. The rest are spread across Atlanta (19), Roswell (8), and Alpharetta (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. None of the repair companies near Dunwoody name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. A & R Appliance Repair, LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Dunwoody. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunwoody. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.6, 3.1 |
The leading options for Dunwoody are Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (4.5 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Core Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 4.8 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlantis Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Air Only and Air/Fluff cycles never add heat, so a no-heat complaint should start with a five-minute heated timed test. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Dunwoody Dryer Call
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
Most Maytag dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Dunwoody
Most dryer calls in Dunwoody 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
Georgia lists the International Fuel Gas Code among its mandatory state minimum construction codes, and permitting and inspection of gas work is handled by the local governments that enforce those codes. Source: Mandatory and Permissive State Codes (Georgia Department of Community Affairs)
Before You Book in Dunwoody
- 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?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunwoody, GA
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Dunwoody technicians work on Maytag?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Dunwoody
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.