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 Grayslake 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Grayslake
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Grayslake. The rest are spread across Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Buffalo Grove (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. No company within 30 miles of Grayslake names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is A Absolute Appliance Repair, about 3.9 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grayslake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 4.0, 4.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
The leading options for Grayslake are Maytag Appliance Repair (31.4 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (38.5 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
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
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Grayslake, IL
Most dryer calls in Grayslake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Grayslake
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Grayslake, IL
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Grayslake
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.