Amana owners in Oak Ridge usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Oak Ridge, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Oak Ridge
Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Oak Ridge. 1 list an address in Oak Ridge, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (20), Lenoir City (3), and Harriman (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Pinpoint Appliance Repair, about 3.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Oak Ridge mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 36 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 5.4, 8.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
First up for Oak Ridge: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (12.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); S&S Service LLC (8.3 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (14.9 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eleet Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
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 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
- Cycle ends too soon. Amana says the load may not be touching the sensor strips, so level the dryer and use Timed Dry or a different dryness level for very small loads. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Oak Ridge Dryer Call
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Oak Ridge, TN
Most dryer calls in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Oak Ridge, TN
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Is this Amana customer service?
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Oak Ridge
Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.