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. Below are independent repair companies serving Evanston, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Evanston
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Evanston. 10 of them are based in Evanston itself, and the rest are spread across Skokie (8), Chicago (8), and Lincolnwood (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Evanston 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: Golas Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.5, 0.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
First up for Evanston: UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair & Service (5.3 miles away, based in Winnetka, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix4u Appliance & HVAC Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (2.9 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 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
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Evanston, IL
Most dryer calls in Evanston 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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How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Evanston
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Evanston, IL
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you work for Amana?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Evanston
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.