Amana owners in College Park usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving College Park, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, College Park MD
40 repair companies serve College Park from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (10), Washington (10), and Hyattsville (4). None of the repair companies near College Park name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation, about 2.3 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 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) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
At the top of the College Park list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zapata’s HVAC Systems (7.2 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.9 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
How Amana Dryers Are Built
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
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
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Gets Fixed on a College Park Dryer Call
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What College Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in College Park 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)
Questions to Ask a College Park Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: College Park, MD
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is my Amana dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a College Park technician bring the right parts.