A Speed Queen dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The Bartow list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Speed Queen. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Speed Queen dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Bartow
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bartow. 1 of them are based in Bartow itself, and the rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Davenport (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. None of the repair companies near Bartow name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Countywide Appliance Repair, around 3.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bartow. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 47 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.6, 6.8, 8.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
First up for Bartow: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (12.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (28.0 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (11.4 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
Speed Queen's dryers come in gas and electric versions, and gas models can be converted to LP with a factory conversion kit. Source: Speed Queen - Product Brochure
Common Speed Queen Dryer Problems
- Dryer making noise. Speed Queen says to remove coins, nails or bobby pins from the drum and level the dryer, noting that heat cycling and air hum are normal. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
- Dryer won't start. Speed Queen says to check that the plug is seated, the door is closed and the timer knob is pushed in, then check fuses or breakers and wait 10 minutes if the motor overload has tripped. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
Signs Your Speed Queen Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Speed Queen Dryers
- Keep the exhaust duct short and straight, keep the area around the outlet free of lint, and make sure the weather hood flapper moves freely. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
- Clean the lint filter before every load, and once a year take it out and vacuum the opening beneath it. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 Speed Queen Dryer Call
- 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)
- Any error code on the display
Around Bartow
Most dryer calls in Bartow 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bartow
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Bartow, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Is my Speed Queen dryer worth repairing?
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Bartow
Live outside Bartow? The same Speed Queen dryer repair technicians serve Fort Meade. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
Write down any error code your Speed Queen dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Bartow technician bring the right parts.