If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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 Oakdale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Oakdale. Other nearby bases include Lake Charles (9), Lafayette (6), and Alexandria (4). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. None of the repair companies near Oakdale name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. City Refrigeration & Ice Co is the nearest, roughly 24.3 miles from Oakdale. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 38 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Oakdale is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 44 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.3, 26.4, 29.6 |
First up for Oakdale: Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Eunice, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Leesville, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.5 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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 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 |
| 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 |
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
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- Clean the outdoor venting every one to two years, or sooner if drying slows, and keep the exterior hood flap free of lint, debris and nests. 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Oakdale
Most dryer calls in Oakdale 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Oakdale Technician
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Oakdale, LA
Is this Maytag customer service?
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Oakdale technician bring the right parts.