Most Amana dryer repairs in New Hope involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving New Hope, 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.
Amana Dryer Repair Near New Hope
Within 30 miles of New Hope there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Minneapolis (13), Hopkins (5), and Plymouth (4). No company within 90 miles of New Hope mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Monarch Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from New Hope. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from New Hope. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.3, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for New Hope: Warners' Stellian Appliance Outlet (8.4 miles away, based in Minneapolis, 4.7 stars from 670 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (11.1 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Metro Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Wayzata, 5.0 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (8.1 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Electric Amana dryers run on a 240-volt supply with two 30-amp breakers, one for the motor and one for the heating element, so a single tripped breaker can stop heating. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for New Hope
Most dryer calls in New Hope 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near New Hope
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: New Hope, MN
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dryers?
Do you work for Amana?
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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.