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. Below are independent repair companies serving Somerset, 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 Somerset
30 repair companies serve Somerset from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Somerset itself, and the rest are spread across Danville (5), Corbin (3), and Monticello (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Somerset name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Somerset is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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 | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.4, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
The leading options for Somerset are Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.1 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Russell Springs, 4.7 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nugent’s Appliance Repair (48.0 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 228 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Most Speed Queen dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Somerset, KY
Most dryer calls in Somerset 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 Somerset
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Somerset, KY
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Somerset
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair for Towns Near Somerset
The technicians listed for Somerset also cover smaller towns nearby, including Monticello. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.