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 Bedford Heights, 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 Bedford Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bedford Heights. The rest are spread across Cleveland (19), Parma (3), and Cleveland Heights (2). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc., about 1.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Bedford Heights name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bedford Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.8, 2.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Bedford Heights: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (9.1 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Seven Hills, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliance Service Inc (10.2 miles away, based in Broadview Heights, 4.7 stars from 2,450 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Dryer
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
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Bedford Heights
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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
What Bedford Heights Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Bedford Heights 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bedford Heights
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Bedford Heights, OH
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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.