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 Fountain Inn, 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.
Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Fountain Inn
34 repair companies serve Fountain Inn from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Greenville (11), Spartanburg (5), and Anderson (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Byrds Appliance Service, around 4.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Fountain Inn name Maytag in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 6.9, 9.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
Closest matches for Fountain Inn: Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville (9.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,221 reviews); Sholom Appliance Service & Repair LLC (12.9 miles away, based in Duncan, 5.0 stars from 200 reviews); The Olde Homestead, Inc. (17.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (17.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Maytag Dryer Repair
Most Maytag dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Fountain Inn
Most dryer calls in Fountain Inn 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Fountain Inn Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Fountain Inn, SC
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
Is this Maytag customer service?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for Fountain Inn
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Fountain Inn
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.