If your Amana dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Purcellville, 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.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, Purcellville VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Purcellville. Other nearby bases include Ashburn (8), Leesburg (7), and Herndon (7). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Superior Leesburg Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.0 miles from Purcellville. None of the repair companies near Purcellville name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Purcellville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 8.1, 8.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
At the top of the Purcellville list: Ashburn Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Ashburn, 4.7 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); E & A Appliance Repair, LLC (16.3 miles away, based in Aldie, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sterling Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in Sterling, 4.6 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 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
Amana calls for a rigid 4-inch metal exhaust vent kept as short as possible with no more than four 90-degree elbows, and says plastic or foil vent should be replaced. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
Common Amana Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- 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
Local Notes for Purcellville
Most dryer calls in Purcellville 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Purcellville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Purcellville, VA
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is my Amana dryer worth repairing?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Write down any error code your Amana dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Purcellville technician bring the right parts.