Amana owners in Sun Valley usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Sun Valley
Within 30 miles of Sun Valley there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Sun Valley, and other nearby bases include Reno (15), Sparks (5), and Carson City (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Burney’s Commercial Service inc, around 2.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Sun Valley mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sun Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.8, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
The leading options for Sun Valley are Mr. Appliance of Reno (6.5 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Star Dryer Vent (11.8 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Sparks, 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears (9.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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 tumbling. Amana says to confirm the dryer has power, that Start was held for a few seconds with dry hands, and that the power cord is installed correctly. Source: Amana Product Help - Not Tumbling or Spinning - Dryer
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Sun Valley Dryer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Sun Valley
Most dryer calls in Sun Valley 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Sun Valley Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Sun Valley, NV
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The technicians listed for Sun Valley also cover smaller towns nearby, including Lemmon Valley. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Sun Valley technician bring the right parts.