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 Brewer, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Brewer
Within 60 miles of Brewer there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bangor (3), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. None of the repair companies near Brewer name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Dunnett Appliance & Mattress, about 1.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Brewer is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 3.3, 3.6 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
Closest matches for Brewer: Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (1.9 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Brown Appliance And Mattress (24.2 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
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 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 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Maytag Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Brewer
Most dryer calls in Brewer 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Brewer
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Brewer, ME
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
Is this Maytag customer service?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Brewer technician bring the right parts.