Most Amana dryer repairs in Seattle involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. 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.
Independent Amana Dryer Technicians, Seattle WA
Within 30 miles of Seattle there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 33 list an address in Seattle, and the rest are spread across Bellevue (5) and Mercer Island (2). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Five Star Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Seattle. None of the repair companies near Seattle 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 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seattle. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
At the top of the Seattle list: Appliance Pro Repairs (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 150 reviews); Fixme Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Puget Sound Appliance Tech (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 57 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
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
- Dryer not heating. Amana says to check both 30-amp breakers and the 240-volt supply on electric models, or that the gas shutoff valve is open on gas models, and make sure an air-only cycle isn't selected. Source: Amana Product Help - Dryer is Not Heating
When to Call for Amana Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Seattle
Care Amana Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- 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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Seattle, WA
Gas dryers in Seattle are typically served by Puget Sound Energy. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: PSE locations - service area (King County: electric and natural gas)
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
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Seattle Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Dryer Repair FAQs: Seattle, WA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which Seattle technicians work on Amana?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
Is this Amana customer service?
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Amana Dryer Repair Near Seattle
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.