If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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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Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near New Kensington
Within 30 miles of New Kensington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (14), Verona (2), and Monroeville (2). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. The closest is Rayburg Appliance Services, about 1.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near New Kensington name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from New Kensington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.2, 5.9 |
First up for New Kensington: Ross Appliance (9.5 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (11.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (13.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,422 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
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
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- Dryer not tumbling. Confirm the controls have power, hold Start with a dry fingertip, and check that the power cord is installed correctly with tight terminal screws. Source: Maytag Product Help - Not Tumbling or Spinning - 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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 |
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
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in New Kensington
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
Most Maytag dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around New Kensington
Most dryer calls in New Kensington 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)
Questions to Ask a New Kensington Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: New Kensington, PA
Is my Maytag dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
Do you work for Maytag?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Maytag repair.