Speed Queen owners in Albert Lea usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Albert Lea, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Independent Speed Queen Dryer Technicians, Albert Lea MN
Within 60 miles of Albert Lea there are 38 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Albert Lea, and other nearby bases include Rochester (6), Mankato (5), and Stewartville (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is TNT Used Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Albert Lea name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Albert Lea is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 12.2, 17.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 38 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
At the top of the Albert Lea list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zilge's Appliance Center (36.1 miles away, based in Mason City, 4.4 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (51.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVM Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in New Richland, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
The dryer has a motor overload protector that trips on overheating and resets after the motor cools for about 10 minutes. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- 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
- Dryer won't start. Speed Queen says to check that the plug is seated, the door is closed and the timer knob is pushed in, then check fuses or breakers and wait 10 minutes if the motor overload has tripped. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Gets Fixed on a Albert Lea Dryer Call
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
What Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Cost
A Speed Queen dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Albert Lea
Most dryer calls in Albert Lea 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Albert Lea
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Albert Lea, MN
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.