If your Amana dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Northbrook list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Northbrook
Within 30 miles of Northbrook there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Northbrook, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (8), Glenview (7), and Highland Park (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. No company within 90 miles of Northbrook mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. G E Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Northbrook. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Northbrook. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 21 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.7, 1.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Northbrook list: UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair & Service (4.9 miles away, based in Winnetka, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ali Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (3.3 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
How Amana Dryers Are Built
Electric Amana dryers run on a 240-volt supply with two 30-amp breakers, one for the motor and one for the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can stop heating. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Northbrook
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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
- 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)
Around Northbrook
Most dryer calls in Northbrook 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 Northbrook
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Northbrook, IL
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Northbrook
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.