Most Speed Queen dryer repairs in Marshalltown involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Marshalltown 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.
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Marshalltown
Within 60 miles of Marshalltown there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Marshalltown itself, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Waterloo (4). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Marshalltown mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Marshalltown is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marshalltown. 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) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 9.0, 21.7 |
Closest matches for Marshalltown: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jones Appliance & TV (38.1 miles away, based in Iowa Falls, 4.8 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Speed Queen Dryer
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
Higher-tier models feature a galvanized drum, reversible door, drum light, lint filter guard and a commercial-style cool-down feature. Source: Speed Queen - Product Brochure
Common Speed Queen Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Marshalltown
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its Dryers
- Have a qualified technician inspect and clean the exhaust duct after the first year and every one to two years after that. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
- 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Dryer Repair
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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- 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 Marshalltown Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Marshalltown 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Marshalltown
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Marshalltown, IA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my Speed Queen dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Speed Queen dryers?
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Marshalltown
Also Serving Towns Around Marshalltown
Speed Queen dryer repair for Iowa Falls is handled by the same companies listed for Marshalltown. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.