Amana owners in Santa Ana usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Santa Ana, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Santa Ana
40 repair companies serve Santa Ana from within 30 miles. 19 list an address in Santa Ana, and the rest are spread across Tustin (7), Irvine (6), and Costa Mesa (3). Nearest on the list: Appliance Palacios, around 1.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Santa Ana name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
Closest matches for Santa Ana: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 546 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Costa Mesa, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AT Appliance Service Inc. (4.0 miles away, based in Garden Grove, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caesar's Appliance Sales & Service (3.9 miles away, based in Irvine, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
How Amana Dryers Are Built
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- Clean the lint screen before every load and never run the dryer with a loose, damaged, blocked or missing screen. 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
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Santa Ana
Most dryer calls in Santa Ana 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Santa Ana
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Ana, CA
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which Santa Ana technicians work on Amana?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Related Repair Pages for Santa Ana
Amana Dryer Repair Near Santa Ana
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana 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.