A Maytag dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Kearny, 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Kearny
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kearny. 4 of them are based in Kearny itself, and other nearby bases include Newark (13), Jersey City (12), and Lyndhurst (3). Distances run up to about 4 miles. The closest is R a TV Services Inc, about 1.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Kearny mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
At the top of the Kearny list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (2.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Hoboken (4.2 miles away, based in Hoboken, 4.3 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Certified Appliance Repair Newark (2.7 miles away, based in Newark, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Air Only and Air/Fluff cycles never add heat, so a no-heat complaint should start with a five-minute heated timed test. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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 not heating. Run an empty heated timed cycle to confirm, rule out Air Only, then check both breakers and the 240-volt supply on electric models or the open gas valve on gas models. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Maytag Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Kearny
Most dryer calls in Kearny 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Kearny
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Kearny, NJ
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Kearny
Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Kearny technician bring the right parts.