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 Schererville
40 repair companies serve Schererville from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Schererville, and other nearby bases include Gary (3), Chicago Heights (3), and Chicago (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. None of the repair companies near Schererville name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Pro, about 1.7 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Schererville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.5, 3.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Schererville list: Appliance Pro (1.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (11.9 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D1 Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Crown Point, 4.5 stars from 1,454 reviews).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- Cycle ends too soon. Amana says the load may not be touching the sensor strips, so level the dryer and use Timed Dry or a different dryness level for very small loads. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Schererville Dryer Call
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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- 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)
Around Schererville
Most dryer calls in Schererville 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 Schererville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Schererville, IN
Do you work for Amana?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Schererville
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Schererville technician bring the right parts.