Maytag owners in Exton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Maytag and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Exton PA
Within 30 miles of Exton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Exton itself, and the rest are spread across Media (4), Pottstown (4), and King of Prussia (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. No company within 90 miles of Exton mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Lionville Marchwood Appliance., around 1.3 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Exton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.2, 4.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
The leading options for Exton are Borden Appliance Repair Services, LLC (16.5 miles away, based in Schwenksville, 4.9 stars from 756 reviews); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (11.3 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance (8.7 miles away, based in Phoenixville, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Maytag dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Exton
Most dryer calls in Exton 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Before You Book in Exton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Exton, PA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
Which Exton technicians work on Maytag?
Do you work for Maytag?
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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.