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 Arlington 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, Arlington VA
Within 30 miles of Arlington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Arlington, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (10), Washington (9), and Alexandria (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is AGB Appliance Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Arlington mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
First up for Arlington: District Appliance Services LLC (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solutions Plus (3.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Front load matching models are stackable and use electronic touch controls, while top load matching models use dial controls. Source: Amana - Dryer Comparison Chart
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
- Load too hot. Amana recommends letting the Cool Down portion finish and using a lower temperature or an automatic dry cycle. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Amana Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Arlington
Keeping a Amana Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Amana Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
What Arlington Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Arlington 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Arlington
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Arlington, VA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you work for Amana?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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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.