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. The Wheaton 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.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Wheaton
Within 30 miles of Wheaton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Wheaton itself, and the rest are spread across Silver Spring (11), Bethesda (11), and Rockville (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Wheaton 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 The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, about 0.9 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.7, 1.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Wheaton: ABV Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (1.7 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (2.5 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
Automatic Auto-Sensing cycles end based on load dryness, so very small loads should use Time Dry instead. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
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
- 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
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Speed Queen Dryers
- 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
- 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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Wheaton
Most dryer calls in Wheaton 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Questions to Ask a Wheaton Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Wheaton, MD
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Nearby Towns Served From Wheaton
Speed Queen dryer repair for North Kensington and South Kensington is handled by the same companies listed for Wheaton. 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.