A Amana dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The Carpentersville list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Carpentersville
Within 30 miles of Carpentersville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Carpentersville, and other nearby bases include Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and Crystal Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. The closest is Fox Valley Appliance Services & Washer, about 1.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Carpentersville name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 37 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Carpentersville list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Midwest Standards (9.6 miles away, based in Schaumburg, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (4.7 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
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 not tumbling. Amana says to confirm the dryer has power, that Start was held for a few seconds with dry hands, and that the power cord is installed correctly. Source: Amana Product Help - Not Tumbling or Spinning - Dryer
- 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
What Carpentersville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Carpentersville 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.
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Before You Book in Carpentersville
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Carpentersville, IL
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Amana Dryer Repair for Towns Near Carpentersville
The technicians listed for Carpentersville also cover smaller towns nearby, including West Dundee and Gilberts. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Carpentersville technician bring the right parts.