Maytag Dryer Repair (Model LDG482) – North Canton, OH

A North Canton homeowner called about a Maytag dryer that wouldn’t heat and a washer that started agitating before filling with water. Our diagnosis revealed faulty gas valve coil packs on the dryer and a malfunctioning temperature control switch on the washer.

The Problem

The customer reported two separate issues: their Maytag LDG482 gas dryer was running but producing no heat, and their Whirlpool washer was beginning its agitation cycle prematurely, before the tub had filled with water. Both problems were disrupting their laundry routine significantly.

Diagnosis

Testing the dryer revealed that while the drum turned and the blower operated normally, the gas valve wasn’t opening to ignite the burner. The coil packs that control the gas valve had failed, preventing gas flow to the ignition assembly. On the washer, the temperature control switch was stuck in a position that sent premature agitation signals to the control board.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: 279834 coil packs for gas valve, WP306533 push start button
• Work performed: Replaced both gas valve coil packs on dryer, installed new push start button, tapped temperature control switch on washer to restore proper function
• Result: Dryer now ignites and heats properly, washer fills completely before agitation begins

Is It Worth Repairing?

The Maytag LDG482 is a solid mid-range gas dryer that typically lasts 12-15 years with proper maintenance. Gas valve coil failures are common around the 8-10 year mark but represent a straightforward repair on this model. The accessible design makes parts replacement efficient, and Maytag dryers generally respond well to proper servicing.

Maintenance Tips for Maytag Gas Dryers

• Clean the lint screen after every load — clogged screens force gas valves to work harder and fail sooner
• Inspect the exhaust vent annually for lint buildup, which can cause overheating and premature gas valve failure
• Check that the dryer door seals properly — poor sealing affects heat retention and stresses the gas system

Appliance Repair in North Canton, OH

North Canton is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, Louisville, and Hartville. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.