Most Amana dryer repairs in Lorton involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Lorton, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Lorton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lorton. 4 of them are based in Lorton itself, and other nearby bases include Woodbridge (17), Springfield (12), and West Springfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is ProTech Appliance Repair Inc, about 0.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Lorton name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lorton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
Closest matches for Lorton: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.3 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProTech Appliance Repair Inc (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Help Appliance - Appliance Repair Services in DMV (3.3 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
Amana Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Signs Your Amana Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Dryers
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Most Amana dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Lorton
Most dryer calls in Lorton 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
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Before You Book in Lorton
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Lorton, VA
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Nearby Towns Served From Lorton
Amana dryer repair for Laurel Hill is handled by the same companies listed for Lorton. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.