Most Speed Queen dryer repairs in St. Petersburg involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Speed Queen, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near St. Petersburg
Within 30 miles of St. Petersburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 29 list an address in St. Petersburg, and the rest are spread across Kenneth City (2), Pinellas Park (2), and Treasure Island (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Same-Day Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from St. Petersburg. No company within 90 miles of St. Petersburg mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Petersburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
First up for St. Petersburg: Same-Day Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); American Appliance Inc (2.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Different
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
Speed Queen Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Dryer not heating. Speed Queen says to check both fuses or breakers on electric models, make sure the dryer isn't in cool-down or set to no heat, confirm the gas valves are open on gas models, and look for a kinked or blocked exhaust or stuck hood flapper. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- Every two years a qualified technician should remove the front panels and vacuum lint from inside the cabinet. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for 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
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for St. Petersburg, FL
Most dryer calls in St. Petersburg 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
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in St. Petersburg
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Petersburg, FL
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Speed Queen 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.