Maytag owners in East Orange usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving East Orange, 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near East Orange
40 repair companies serve East Orange from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in East Orange, and other nearby bases include Newark (13), Bloomfield (4), and Kearny (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. None of the repair companies near East Orange name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair Masters, about 0.5 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
The leading options for East Orange are Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.2 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (2.9 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Certified Appliance Repair Newark (3.2 miles away, based in Newark, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in East Orange
Owner Care for Maytag Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Maytag Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- 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
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for East Orange
Most dryer calls in East Orange 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
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in East Orange
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: East Orange, NJ
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in East Orange
Maytag Dryer Repair Near East Orange
Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a East Orange technician bring the right parts.