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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Rochester
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rochester. The rest are spread across Concord (4), Epping (2), and Belmont (2). Nearest on the list: PJ's Appliance Repair, around 7.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Rochester name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rochester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.9, 14.3, 14.3 |
At the top of the Rochester list: Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (18.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); Baron's Major Brands Appliances- Concord (25.7 miles away, based in Concord, 4.8 stars from 1,619 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Advantage (23.5 miles away, based in Kennebunk, 4.7 stars from 641 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Belmont (29.9 miles away, based in Belmont, 4.8 stars from 685 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
How Amana Dryers Are Built
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
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
- 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
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Rochester Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Rochester 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.
New Hampshire has no license for appliance repair as such; fuel gas work, including gas appliance installation and service, is licensed by the Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, whose licenses are limited to their named specialty. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
Fuel gas fitters are licensed by the state Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, with specialty licenses that include fuel gas installation technician, service technician and piping installer. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
Before You Book in Rochester
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Rochester, NH
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my Amana dryer worth repairing?
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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.