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 Arbutus, 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 Arbutus
Within 30 miles of Arbutus there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (17), Columbia (6), and Glen Burnie (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Arbutus mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Bowman Appliances, around 1.0 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.5, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
Closest matches for Arbutus: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (7.0 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (9.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix in The Mall in Columbia (9.2 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.8 stars from 820 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Amana Dryers Are Built
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 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
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Load too hot. Amana recommends letting the Cool Down portion finish and using a lower temperature or an automatic dry cycle. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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 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
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Arbutus
Most dryer calls in Arbutus 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Arbutus
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Arbutus, MD
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Nearby Towns Served From Arbutus
The technicians listed for Arbutus also cover smaller towns nearby, including Lansdowne. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.