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 Hyattsville, 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 Hyattsville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hyattsville. 4 of them are based in Hyattsville itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (18), Silver Spring (6), and Takoma Park (3). No company within 90 miles of Hyattsville mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. dc metro commercial appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Hyattsville. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.7, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Hyattsville are Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Refrigerator Repair DC (5.9 miles away, based in Washington, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- Dryer making noise. Amana says a thump after sitting unused usually fades, then to check the drum edges for coins or buttons and make sure all four legs are installed and the dryer is level. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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
- 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
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- 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
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Hyattsville
Most dryer calls in Hyattsville 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 ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Before You Book in Hyattsville
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Hyattsville, MD
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Live outside Hyattsville? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Mount Rainier. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.