A Speed Queen dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The Wake Forest 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, Wake Forest NC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wake Forest. 3 list an address in Wake Forest, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (20), Cary (4), and Wendell (3). Batteries Plus Phone Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Wake Forest. None of the repair companies near Wake Forest name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.4, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Wake Forest are Mr. Appliance of Cary (20.3 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Source Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 135 reviews); C&C Dryer Vent Cleaning (14.8 miles away, based in Raleigh, 5.0 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
Higher-tier models feature a galvanized drum, reversible door, drum light, lint filter guard and a commercial-style cool-down feature. Source: Speed Queen - Product Brochure
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
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- 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 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
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Wake Forest Dryer Call
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- 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
Dryer Notes for Wake Forest, NC
Most dryer calls in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Wake Forest, NC
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Nearby Towns Served From Wake Forest
The technicians listed for Wake Forest also cover smaller towns nearby, including Rolesville. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code your Speed Queen dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Wake Forest technician bring the right parts.