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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Round Lake
Within 30 miles of Round Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Waukegan (5), Vernon Hills (4), and McHenry (3). None of the repair companies near Round Lake 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: A Dan's Appliance Services Co, around 2.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Round Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 3.1, 3.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
Closest matches for Round Lake: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
- 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
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Round Lake
Owner Care for Amana Dryers
- 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
- 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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Round Lake, IL
Most dryer calls in Round Lake 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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Questions to Ask a Round Lake Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Round Lake, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
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Amana Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Round Lake
Live outside Round Lake? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Round Lake Park and Volo. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Round Lake technician bring the right parts.