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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana dryers and other brands.
Amana Dryer Repair Near Manchester
Within 30 miles of Manchester there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (4), and Midlothian (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. MetaTek LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Manchester. No company within 90 miles of Manchester mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.7, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Manchester: East Coast Appliance (10.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (10.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (3.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Amana Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Manchester
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Manchester Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Manchester 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)
Questions to Ask a Manchester Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Manchester, VA
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my Amana dryer?
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Amana Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Manchester
Live outside Manchester? The same Amana dryer repair technicians serve Rockwood. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Manchester technician bring the right parts.