If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Portland list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Portland
17 repair companies serve Portland from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Auburn (3), South Portland (1), and Scarborough (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Portland mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Appliance Repair Portland ME, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Portland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.8, 2.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
At the top of the Portland list: Agren (3.8 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (23.3 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Advantage (23.4 miles away, based in Kennebunk, 4.7 stars from 641 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (29.0 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 1,332 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
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
- 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
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Portland, ME
Most dryer calls in Portland 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Portland
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Portland, ME
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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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.