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 Tamaqua
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tamaqua. Other nearby bases include Allentown (6), Whitehall Township (2), and Hazle Township (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 13.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near Tamaqua name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.3, 18.1, 19.0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Tamaqua list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Walnutport, 4.7 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Hazle Township, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clark's TV & Appliance Inc (24.9 miles away, based in Fleetwood, 4.5 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Allentown (25.2 miles away, based in Allentown, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
How Amana Dryers Are Built
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
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Tamaqua
Most dryer calls in Tamaqua 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tamaqua
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Tamaqua, PA
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Amana Dryer Repair for Towns Near Tamaqua
Live outside Tamaqua? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Jim Thorpe and Lehighton. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Tamaqua technician bring the right parts.