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.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Midlothian
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Midlothian. 2 of them are based in Midlothian itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (6), Orland Park (5), and Tinley Park (4). Emergency Appliance Repair in Midlothian is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Midlothian. No company within 30 miles of Midlothian names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
Closest matches for Midlothian: Maytag Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maytag (27.1 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews); Maytag Appliance Repair (37.0 miles away, based in Wheeling, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Dryer Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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
- 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Midlothian Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Midlothian 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 Midlothian
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Midlothian, IL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you work for Maytag?
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
Other Dryer Repair in Midlothian
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Midlothian
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.