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 Chesterton list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Chesterton
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chesterton. 1 list an address in Chesterton, and the rest are spread across Valparaiso (3), Gary (3), and Chicago (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. None of the repair companies near Chesterton 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: Hiscox Service Inc, around 1.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 5.0, 7.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
At the top of the Chesterton list: Appliance Pro (22.5 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Michigan City, 4.6 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hiscox Service Inc (1.1 miles away, 4.0 stars from 70 reviews).
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
- 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
- Dryer not heating. Amana says to check both 30-amp breakers and the 240-volt supply on electric models, or that the gas shutoff valve is open on gas models, and make sure an air-only cycle isn't selected. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Chesterton Dryer Call
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
- Clean the full vent run, including the exhaust hood, at least every two years, or sooner if drying slows down. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Chesterton, IN
Most dryer calls in Chesterton 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.
Indiana licenses plumbers statewide through the Indiana Plumbing Commission but has no statewide HVAC technician license, so heating and mechanical contractor licensing, including gas appliance work, is set by individual counties and cities. Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development NextLevel Jobs: HVAC Technician
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Chesterton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Chesterton, IN
Do you work for Amana?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
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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.