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. Below are independent repair companies serving South Yarmouth, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 South Yarmouth
Within 30 miles of South Yarmouth there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in South Yarmouth, and other nearby bases include Hyannis (4), East Falmouth (3), and Yarmouth Port (1). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. The closest is Yarmouth Appliance Clinic, about 1.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of South Yarmouth mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Yarmouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 3.1, 3.5 |
First up for South Yarmouth: KAM Appliances (5.6 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.7 stars from 1,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.5 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Crane Appliance (21.6 miles away, based in East Falmouth, 4.9 stars from 1,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Hyannis, 5.0 stars from 168 reviews).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Amana Dryers Are Built
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
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
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
- 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
Signs Your Amana Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for South Yarmouth
Most dryer calls in South Yarmouth 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Gas piping to appliances must be done by a licensed gas fitter or a licensed master or journeyman plumber, under a permit from the local inspector, with licensing by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near South Yarmouth
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: South Yarmouth, MA
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dryers?
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Amana dryer repair for West Yarmouth and Yarmouth Port is handled by the same companies listed for South Yarmouth. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a South Yarmouth technician bring the right parts.