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. The Bangor list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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, Bangor ME
Within 60 miles of Bangor there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Bangor itself, and other nearby bases include Veazie (1), Holden (1), and Carmel (1). None of the repair companies near Bangor name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Tom's Appliance Service, about 1.4 miles away. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Bangor is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.1, 2.5 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
Closest matches for Bangor: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (2.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brown Appliance And Mattress (28.5 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews).
Know Your Amana Dryer
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
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 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
Signs Your Amana Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Bangor, ME
Most dryer calls in Bangor 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Bangor Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Bangor, ME
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Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Also Serving Towns Around Bangor
Live outside Bangor? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Brewer, Old Town, Ellsworth, Belfast, Presque Isle, and Caribou. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.