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 Syracuse, 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.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Syracuse NY
Within 30 miles of Syracuse there are 23 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Syracuse, and the rest are spread across Liverpool (4), Clay (2), and Auburn (2). Pravelix Appliance Repair Syracuse is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Syracuse. No company within 90 miles of Syracuse mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Syracuse. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 1.5 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
Closest matches for Syracuse: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Mattydale, 4.4 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Clay, 4.4 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in De Witt, 4.3 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Liverpool, 4.3 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
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
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
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
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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 roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Syracuse
Most dryer calls in Syracuse 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Syracuse
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Syracuse, NY
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Syracuse technicians work on Maytag?
Do you work for Maytag?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Syracuse
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Maytag dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.