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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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 Winona
30 repair companies serve Winona from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Winona itself, and the rest are spread across Eau Claire (8), Rochester (6), and La Crosse (4). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Nearest on the list: Benedict Sales & Service - Winona branch, around 1.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Winona mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Winona is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winona. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 25.3, 26.5 |
First up for Winona: Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (39.3 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (41.5 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 977 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in La Crosse, 4.2 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Med City Appliance Repair (39.0 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Speed Queen Dryer
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- Every two years a qualified technician should remove the front panels and vacuum lint from inside the cabinet. 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
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Speed Queen dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Winona, MN
Most dryer calls in Winona 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Winona
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Winona, MN
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Winona
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.