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. 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.
Independent Speed Queen Dryer Technicians, Zion IL
Within 30 miles of Zion there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Kenosha (7), Waukegan (6), and Vernon Hills (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. The closest is IyJ Appliance Repairs, about 3.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Zion name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Zion. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 6.3, 6.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Zion: Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (3.0 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); A Absolute Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
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
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
Common Speed Queen Dryer Problems
- 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 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
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
What Zion Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Zion 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.
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Questions to Ask a Zion Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Zion, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is my Speed Queen dryer worth repairing?
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Live outside Zion? The same Speed Queen dryer repair technicians serve Winthrop Harbor. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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.