Amana owners in Folsom usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Folsom, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Folsom
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Folsom. 15 list an address in Folsom, and the rest are spread across Fair Oaks (6), El Dorado Hills (5), and Orangevale (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Folsom mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Friendly Appliance Repair Specialists is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Folsom. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 24 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Folsom list: Expert repair company (7.1 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); A-1 Appliance (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Lake Appliance Repair Fair Oaks (6.5 miles away, based in Fair Oaks, 4.6 stars from 1,509 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OK Appliance Inc. (6.6 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 175 reviews).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
Amana calls for a rigid 4-inch metal exhaust vent kept as short as possible with no more than four 90-degree elbows, and says plastic or foil vent should be replaced. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Electric Amana dryers run on a 240-volt supply with two 30-amp breakers, one for the motor and one for the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can stop heating. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer making noise. Amana says a thump after sitting unused usually fades, then to check the drum edges for coins or buttons and make sure all four legs are installed and the dryer is level. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- Cycle ends too soon. Amana says the load may not be touching the sensor strips, so level the dryer and use Timed Dry or a different dryness level for very small loads. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Dryers
- Every six months, or sooner if lint falls off during use, wash the lint screen with hot water, liquid detergent and a nylon brush to remove residue. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- Clean the full vent run, including the exhaust hood, at least every two years, or sooner if drying slows down. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Folsom, CA
Most dryer calls in Folsom 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Folsom Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Folsom, CA
Is this Amana customer service?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Which Folsom technicians work on Amana?
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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 Amana repair.