Maytag owners in Short Pump usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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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Who Works on Maytag Dryers Near Short Pump
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Short Pump. Other nearby bases include Richmond (26), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). No company within 30 miles of Short Pump names Maytag in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Mention Maytag | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.7, 4.0 |
At the top of the Short Pump list: Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (89.3 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews); East Coast Appliance (4.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (10.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Maytag Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Maytag Dryer Repairs Different
Many Maytag dryers sense restricted exhaust airflow and display AF or F4E3 while continuing to run. Source: Maytag Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers
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 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 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
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 |
| 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 |
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
Maytag Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Short Pump Dryer Call
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
- 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.
What Maytag Dryer Repairs Cost
A Maytag dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- 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 Short Pump
Most dryer calls in Short Pump 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 Short Pump Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Maytag Dryer Repair FAQs: Short Pump, VA
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Should I repair or replace my Maytag dryer?
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Maytag Dryer Repair Near Short Pump
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.