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. The Germantown list starts with companies that name Maytag, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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, Germantown TN
31 repair companies serve Germantown from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Collierville (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Memphis Appliance Xperts is the nearest, roughly 5.2 miles from Germantown. No company within 90 miles of Germantown mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Germantown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.2, 5.9, 5.9 |
At the top of the Germantown list: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (5.9 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denmark Appliance Repair LLC (13.5 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
Electric Maytag dryers need a 240-volt supply on two 30-amp breakers, one for the motor and one for the heating element, so one tripped breaker can leave the dryer tumbling without heat. Source: Maytag Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
What Maytag Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Maytag 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.
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Maytag Dryer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Germantown
Most dryer calls in Germantown 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Before You Book in Germantown
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Germantown, TN
Do you work for Maytag?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Germantown technician bring the right parts.