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 Amesbury, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Amesbury MA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Amesbury. 1 of them are based in Amesbury itself, and other nearby bases include Lawrence (6), North Andover (4), and Peabody (4). Local Appliance Repair Service Amesbury is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Amesbury. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Maytag by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.3, 3.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
First up for Amesbury: "D" Boy Maytag Home Appliance Center (36.9 miles away, based in Waltham, 4.0 stars from 28 reviews); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Plaistow (8.4 miles away, based in Plaistow, 4.8 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Salem (15.0 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 1,026 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (14.4 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
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
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
- 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 |
| 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
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Amesbury
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Amesbury, MA
Most dryer calls in Amesbury 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Amesbury
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Amesbury, MA
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
Do you work for Maytag?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Amesbury
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.