Amana owners in Lakewood usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lakewood, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, Lakewood CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakewood. 1 of them are based in Lakewood itself, and the rest are spread across Long Beach (15), Hawaiian Gardens (4), and Cerritos (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Lakewood name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service in Lakewood, around 0.6 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.9, 2.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
At the top of the Lakewood list: Johnnies Appliances (4.3 miles away, based in Signal Hill, 4.9 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Paradise Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
The dryer needs a room temperature above 45°F to dry properly, and closet installs need adequate ventilation. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
What Amana Says to Check First
- Load too hot. Amana recommends letting the Cool Down portion finish and using a lower temperature or an automatic dry cycle. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- Dryer won't start. Amana says to press and hold Start for two to five seconds first, then check the fuses or breakers, the door latch, the cycle selection and whether the controls are locked. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana Dryers
- Have a qualified technician remove lint from inside the dryer cabinet every two years, or more often with heavy use. 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Lakewood, CA
Most dryer calls in Lakewood 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lakewood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakewood, CA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Lakewood technicians work on Amana?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my Amana dryer show an 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 Amana repair.