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. Below are independent repair companies serving Jacksonville, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Maytag. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Maytag dryers and other brands.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Jacksonville
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Jacksonville. 1 of them are based in Jacksonville itself, and other nearby bases include Springfield (9), Alton (4), and Jerseyville (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Jacksonville names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Jacksonville. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Jacksonville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Jacksonville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 34 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 22.6, 24.9 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
The leading options for Jacksonville are Advantage Maytag (74.9 miles away, based in Collinsville, 3.9 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (27.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.5 stars from 1,739 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (37.6 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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 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
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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Maytag Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Jacksonville
Most dryer calls in Jacksonville 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Jacksonville
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Jacksonville, IL
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for Jacksonville
More Maytag Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Jacksonville technician bring the right parts.