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. 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, Dumbarton VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dumbarton. The rest are spread across Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). No company within 90 miles of Dumbarton mentions Maytag by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Broughton Appliance Service Inc., around 1.1 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Mention Maytag | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.8, 1.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Dumbarton are East Coast Appliance (2.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (1.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Common Maytag Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Around Dumbarton
Most dryer calls in Dumbarton 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.
Questions to Ask a Dumbarton Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Dumbarton, VA
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Write down any error code your Maytag dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Dumbarton technician bring the right parts.