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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Speed Queen. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Speed Queen directly.
Independent Speed Queen Dryer Technicians, Gaffney SC
21 repair companies serve Gaffney from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Gaffney itself, and other nearby bases include Spartanburg (5), Boiling Springs (2), and Kings Mountain (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Gaffney mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Wilson Appliance Services & Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Gaffney. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gaffney. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 0.5 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Gaffney list: Wayne's Appliance Service (27.8 miles away, based in York, 4.8 stars from 52 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Spartanburg, 4.1 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DP Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Boiling Springs, 4.5 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Shelby, 4.6 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
Speed Queen's dryers come in gas and electric versions, and gas models can be converted to LP with a factory conversion kit. Source: Speed Queen - Product Brochure
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
- Clothes wrinkled. Speed Queen recommends a lower heat setting to avoid over-drying and smaller loads so items can tumble freely. 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Gaffney
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
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen Dryer Call
- 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)
What Gaffney Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Gaffney 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Gaffney
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Gaffney, SC
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
Other Dryer Repair in Gaffney
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Gaffney
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.