Speed Queen owners in Minneapolis usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Minneapolis 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.
Independent Speed Queen Dryer Technicians, Minneapolis MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Minneapolis. 13 of them are based in Minneapolis itself, and the rest are spread across St Paul (9), Hopkins (5), and Bloomington (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. None of the repair companies near Minneapolis name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Repair Emergency Services, about 0.7 miles away. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
The leading options for Minneapolis are Warners' Stellian Appliance (5.3 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance Outlet (3.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 670 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
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
Speed Queen Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Minneapolis
Owner Care for Speed Queen 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
- 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
A Speed Queen dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Minneapolis, MN
Gas dryers in Minneapolis are typically served by CenterPoint Energy. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Energy Utility Franchise Agreements - City of Minneapolis
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
Questions to Ask a Minneapolis Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Minneapolis, MN
Is my Speed Queen dryer worth repairing?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Minneapolis
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Minneapolis
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.