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 Madison Heights list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Madison Heights
40 repair companies serve Madison Heights from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Madison Heights itself, and the rest are spread across Detroit (9), Warren (5), and Royal Oak (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. No company within 90 miles of Madison Heights mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Cathy's Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
The leading options for Madison Heights are AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (7.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (8.6 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Detroit Appliance (7.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Speed Queen Dryer
What Makes Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Different
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
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
- Clothes not drying well. Speed Queen points first to the exhaust and weather hood and the lint filter, then to the dryness or time setting and separating heavy items from light ones. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
- 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
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Madison Heights
Most dryer calls in Madison Heights 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Madison Heights
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison Heights, MI
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Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
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Write down any error code your Speed Queen dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Madison Heights technician bring the right parts.