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 Othello, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Amana Dryers Near Othello
Our data shows 11 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Othello. The rest are spread across Pasco (4), Kennewick (3), and Richland (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 21.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Othello 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 4.3 stars across 11 businesses. Othello is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Othello. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 21.9, 37.2, 40.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Othello list: Fred's Appliance (42.6 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (40.9 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); VSG Appliances (40.2 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Dryer Repairs Different
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
- Clothes take too long to dry. Amana points to a dirty lint screen, overloading, a No Heat setting, or a vent that is clogged, crushed, kinked, too long or has too many turns. Source: Amana - Electronic Dryer Use and Care Guide
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Dryers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Dryer Repairs Cost
A Amana dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Othello Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Othello 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Before You Book in Othello
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Othello, WA
Why does my Amana dryer show an error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Nearby Towns Served From Othello
Amana dryer repair for Connell is handled by the same companies listed for Othello. 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.