Most Maytag dryer repairs in Brandermill involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. 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, Brandermill VA
40 repair companies serve Brandermill from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Colonial Heights (3), and Midlothian (2). Nearest on the list: Pro Line Appliance Installation, around 1.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Brandermill 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 4.2 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brandermill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 53 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.6, 5.6 |
First up for Brandermill: East Coast Appliance (15.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (5.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (16.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
Maytag Dryer Lines and Features
How Maytag Dryers Are Built
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
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 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
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 |
| 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 |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Brandermill
Most dryer calls in Brandermill 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Brandermill
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Maytag dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Brandermill, VA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is this Maytag customer service?
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 Brandermill technician bring the right parts.