Amana owners in Scotts Valley usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Scotts Valley list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Scotts Valley
Within 30 miles of Scotts Valley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Scotts Valley, and the rest are spread across Los Gatos (11), Santa Cruz (8), and Soquel (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. None of the repair companies near Scotts Valley 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: Small Scotts Valley Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Scotts Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
At the top of the Scotts Valley list: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Mr. Appliance of West San Jose and Campbell (14.7 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sub-zero and Wolf appliance services (14.6 miles away, based in Los Gatos, 4.4 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Plug-In Services (5.9 miles away, based in Capitola, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews).
Know Your Amana Dryer
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
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Scotts Valley
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Scotts Valley
Most dryer calls in Scotts Valley 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
Questions to Ask a Scotts Valley Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- 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?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Scotts Valley, CA
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Nearby Towns Served From Scotts Valley
Live outside Scotts Valley? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Ben Lomond and Boulder Creek. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.