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 Lincolnia, 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.
Maytag Dryer Repair Near Lincolnia
40 repair companies serve Lincolnia from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (17), Falls Church (9), and Springfield (7). No company within 30 miles of Lincolnia names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Yale Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lincolnia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Maytag | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
Closest matches for Lincolnia: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (5.3 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); Maytag (9.0 miles away, based in Washington, 2.0 stars from 11 reviews); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (1.4 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (4.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Maytag Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
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
What Maytag Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Maytag Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lincolnia
Keeping a Maytag Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Lincolnia
Most dryer calls in Lincolnia 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 Lincolnia
- 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: Lincolnia, VA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Maytag error code?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Maytag repair.