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.
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.
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Hopkinsville
Within 30 miles of Hopkinsville there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Hopkinsville itself, and other nearby bases include Clarksville (9) and Nortonville (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Speed Queen by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Avalanche Appliance Repair Supporters is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Hopkinsville. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.7, 18.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
At the top of the Hopkinsville list: Hughes Appliance & Electric (48.5 miles away, based in Murray, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Clarksville (20.0 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Barnes Repair Company (18.1 miles away, based in Clarksville, 5.0 stars from 289 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.5 stars from 144 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
Common Speed Queen Dryer Problems
- 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
- Dryer making noise. Speed Queen says to remove coins, nails or bobby pins from the drum and level the dryer, noting that heat cycling and air hum are normal. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Hopkinsville Dryer Call
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Dryer Repair
Most Speed Queen dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Hopkinsville
Most dryer calls in Hopkinsville 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Hopkinsville
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Hopkinsville, KY
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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.