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 Fall River, 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.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Fall River MA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fall River. 4 list an address in Fall River, and other nearby bases include Providence (10), Pawtucket (8), and New Bedford (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Atlas Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Fall River. No company within 30 miles of Fall River names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fall River. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.4 |
Closest matches for Fall River: "D" Boy Maytag Home Appliance Center (46.7 miles away, based in Waltham, 4.0 stars from 28 reviews); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (16.6 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stan & Paul's ,Inc. (8.2 miles away, based in North Dartmouth, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.5 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Maytag Dryer Repairs Different
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
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
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag Dryers
- 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
- 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Fall River Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Fall River 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)
Gas piping to appliances must be done by a licensed gas fitter or a licensed master or journeyman plumber, under a permit from the local inspector, with licensing by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Before You Book in Fall River
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Fall River, MA
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Fall River technician bring the right parts.