If your Speed Queen dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Peoria list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Peoria
21 repair companies serve Peoria from within 30 miles. 8 of them are based in Peoria itself, and other nearby bases include Pekin (3), Canton (3), and East Peoria (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. No company within 90 miles of Peoria mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Benson's Appliance Sales and Repair Service, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 18 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 2.3 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
First up for Peoria: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Horner's Appliance (3.9 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Alexander's Appliance (12.7 miles away, based in Pekin, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
The DF7-control dryer's installation guide allows up to 65 feet of straight 4-inch rigid exhaust duct, minus 10 feet for each elbow, and requires venting to the outdoors with adequate make-up air. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - Dryer Quick Start Manual
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
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- Odors on clothes. Speed Queen notes the dryer draws in room air, so air out the laundry room before drying. 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
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Peoria Dryer Call
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
What Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Peoria, IL
Most dryer calls in Peoria 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Peoria Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Peoria, IL
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Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for Peoria
Speed Queen Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Peoria
Speed Queen dryer repair for Peoria Heights and Chillicothe is handled by the same companies listed for Peoria. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Speed Queen repair.