Most Speed Queen dryer repairs in Durham involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Durham, 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 Durham
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Durham. 13 list an address in Durham, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (15), Cary (6), and Wake Forest (2). Distances run up to about 21 miles. No company within 90 miles of Durham 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: Durham Trusted Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
Closest matches for Durham: Mr. Appliance of Cary (16.0 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (5.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
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
- Dryer not heating. Speed Queen says to check both fuses or breakers on electric models, make sure the dryer isn't in cool-down or set to no heat, confirm the gas valves are open on gas models, and look for a kinked or blocked exhaust or stuck hood flapper. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Durham Dryer Call
Owner Care for Speed Queen Dryers
- 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
- 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
What Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Durham Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Durham 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Durham
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Durham, NC
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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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Speed Queen repair.