If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Burtonsville, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Maytag, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Burtonsville MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Burtonsville. 3 of them are based in Burtonsville itself, and other nearby bases include Silver Spring (9), Laurel (6), and Columbia (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 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. Superior Burtonsville Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Burtonsville. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
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 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 0.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Burtonsville list: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (18.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (15.9 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (5.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
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
- 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 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Burtonsville
Most dryer calls in Burtonsville 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Burtonsville Technician
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Burtonsville, MD
Do you work for Maytag?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Burtonsville
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.