If your Amana dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Summerfield, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Summerfield
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Summerfield. The rest are spread across Washington (12), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). The closest is Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland, about 1.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Summerfield name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summerfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.7, 2.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Summerfield list: SK Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (1.6 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Summerfield
Most dryer calls in Summerfield 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)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Summerfield
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Summerfield, MD
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Summerfield
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.