If your Amana dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Harvey, 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.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Harvey
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Harvey. Other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Nearest on the list: Marreno Appliance Repair., around 1.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Harvey mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.6 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.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 42 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.6, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Harvey: Broussard Appliance Service (10.4 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
The dryer needs a room temperature above 45°F to dry properly, and closet installs need adequate ventilation. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer won't start. Amana says to press and hold Start for two to five seconds first, then check the fuses or breakers, the door latch, the cycle selection and whether the controls are locked. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
- 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
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:
- 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- 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)
What Harvey Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Harvey 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Harvey Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Harvey, LA
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Harvey
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.