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 Terrytown list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Terrytown
40 repair companies serve Terrytown from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Terrytown itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. No company within 90 miles of Terrytown mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Terrytown Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Terrytown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.1, 4.1 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
Closest matches for Terrytown: Broussard Appliance Service (11.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
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
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Terrytown Dryer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Terrytown
Most dryer calls in Terrytown 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)
The State Plumbing Board of Louisiana licenses gas fitters and master gas fitters for natural gas piping and appliance work, while mechanical contractors remain under the State Licensing Board for Contractors and certain LP gas installations under the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission. Source: La. R.S. 37:1367 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Before You Book in Terrytown
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Terrytown, LA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
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Amana Dryer Repair for Towns Near Terrytown
Amana dryer repair for Timberlane is handled by the same companies listed for Terrytown. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.