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 Dayton, 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Dayton
Within 30 miles of Dayton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Dayton, and the rest are spread across Old Bridge (6), New Brunswick (5), and Somerset (5). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. None of the repair companies near Dayton name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Dayton. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dayton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 2.5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
The leading options for Dayton are Star Appliance Service LLC (2.6 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Piscataway (11.2 miles away, based in Piscataway, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in New Brunswick, 4.4 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
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 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
- 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
Signs Your Maytag Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Dayton, NJ
Most dryer calls in Dayton 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Questions to Ask a Dayton Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Dayton, NJ
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Maytag customer service?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Dayton technician bring the right parts.