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. The Houston list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, Houston TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Houston. 36 of them are based in Houston itself, and other nearby bases include Bellaire (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. No company within 90 miles of Houston mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Greenfield Appliance Repair Mechanics is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Houston. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.4 |
The leading options for Houston are Appliance Cowboys (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,195 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair of Houston (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of River Oaks (1.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
The dryer needs a room temperature above 45°F to dry properly, and closet installs need adequate ventilation. 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 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 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
Signs Your Amana Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Houston Dryer Call
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- Clean the lint screen before every load and never run the dryer with a loose, damaged, blocked or missing screen. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
- 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Houston
Gas dryers in Houston are typically served by CenterPoint Energy (Houston Division). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Railroad Commission of Texas - Gas Utility Docket No. 10948 (CenterPoint Energy Entex, Houston Division)
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Questions to Ask a Houston Technician
- How often do you repair Amana dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Houston, TX
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you work for Amana?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
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Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Houston technician bring the right parts.