Amana owners in Athens usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Athens list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Athens
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Athens. The rest are spread across Chattanooga (7), Cleveland (6), and Knoxville (6). The farthest listed company is about 45 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Athens mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Kitchen Technician LLC is the nearest, roughly 17.5 miles from Athens. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.5, 18.9, 24.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Athens list: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (43.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); S&S Service LLC (34.5 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (30.2 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (35.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
How Amana Dryers Are Built
Automatic cycles rely on the load contacting the sensor strips in the drum, so an unlevel dryer or very small load can end the cycle early. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Athens
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
- 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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
- 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
Dryer Notes for Athens, TN
Most dryer calls in Athens 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Athens Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Athens, TN
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Live outside Athens? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Sweetwater and Madisonville. 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 Athens technician bring the right parts.