Speed Queen owners in Rochester usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Rochester, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Speed Queen, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Rochester
40 repair companies serve Rochester from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Rochester, and the rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Madison Heights (4), and Waterford Township (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Rochester 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 Sargent Appliance, about 0.7 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rochester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
The leading options for Rochester are Sargent Appliance (10.8 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (12.6 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Sargent Appliance (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (14.3 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Speed Queen Dryer
What Makes Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Different
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
- 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
- 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
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Rochester
Most dryer calls in Rochester 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.
Questions to Ask a Rochester Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Rochester, MI
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
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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.