If your Maytag dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Bridgewater, with those that mention Maytag first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maytag. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Maytag directly.
Independent Maytag Dryer Technicians, Bridgewater VA
Within 30 miles of Bridgewater there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Bridgewater itself, and other nearby bases include Staunton (3), Fishersville (3), and Harrisonburg (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. HomePro Elite Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Bridgewater. No company within 90 miles of Bridgewater mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bridgewater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 6.9 |
At the top of the Bridgewater list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomePro Elite Services (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (19.5 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
Know Your Maytag Dryer
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
Clicking from the gas valve during a cycle on a gas dryer is normal. Source: Maytag Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Maytag Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Maytag Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- 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)
Around Bridgewater
Most dryer calls in Bridgewater 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Bridgewater
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Bridgewater, VA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why does my Maytag dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Maytag dryers?
Do you work for Maytag?
Other Dryer Repair in Bridgewater
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Bridgewater
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.