If your Amana dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bristol list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, Bristol TN
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bristol. 3 list an address in Bristol, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Elizabethton (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. American Appliance Inc is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Bristol. No company within 90 miles of Bristol mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.5, 2.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
The leading options for Bristol are Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (17.0 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (17.2 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Bristol Dryer Call
Owner Care for Amana 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
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Bristol
Most dryer calls in Bristol 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
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Before You Book in Bristol
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Bristol, TN
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is my Amana dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Bristol
Amana Dryer Repair Near Bristol
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.