Speed Queen owners in Decatur usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Decatur, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Speed Queen. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Speed Queen directly.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Decatur
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Decatur. 6 of them are based in Decatur itself, and the rest are spread across Atlanta (25), Stone Mountain (5), and Tucker (2). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Advanced Appliance Repair Plano, about 0.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Decatur mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Decatur. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.6, 1.8 |
First up for Decatur: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (7.4 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Solutions (5.3 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Boys R Us Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 383 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
Automatic Auto-Sensing cycles end based on load dryness, so very small loads should use Time Dry instead. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
Speed Queen Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Clothes not drying well. Speed Queen points first to the exhaust and weather hood and the lint filter, then to the dryness or time setting and separating heavy items from light ones. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Gets Fixed on a Decatur Dryer Call
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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen 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
Dryer Notes for Decatur, GA
Most dryer calls in Decatur 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Decatur
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Decatur, GA
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Nearby Towns Served From Decatur
Live outside Decatur? The same Speed Queen dryer repair technicians serve Druid Hills. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.