Most Amana dryer repairs in San Anselmo involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near San Anselmo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Anselmo. 1 list an address in San Anselmo, and other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Mill Valley (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. No company within 90 miles of San Anselmo mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Jim's Repair Service, around 0.7 miles out. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Anselmo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 2.2 |
First up for San Anselmo: FixWell Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); UniFix Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (14.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Amana Dryers Are Built
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
Automatic cycles rely on the load contacting the sensor strips in the drum, so an unlevel dryer or very small load can end the cycle early. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- Clothes take too long to dry. Amana points to a dirty lint screen, overloading, a No Heat setting, or a vent that is clogged, crushed, kinked, too long or has too many turns. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Gets Fixed on a San Anselmo Dryer Call
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dryer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for San Anselmo, CA
Most dryer calls in San Anselmo 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).
Before You Book in San Anselmo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: San Anselmo, CA
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
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Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a San Anselmo technician bring the right parts.