Speed Queen owners in Johnson City usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Johnson City list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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, Johnson City TN
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Johnson City. 4 list an address in Johnson City, and the rest are spread across Bristol (3), Kingsport (3), and Greeneville (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. None of the repair companies near Johnson City name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnson City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 2.4, 3.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
The leading options for Johnson City are Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (7.4 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (3.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
The dryer has a motor overload protector that trips on overheating and resets after the motor cools for about 10 minutes. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
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 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Johnson City
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its 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
- 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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Johnson City
Most dryer calls in Johnson City 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Johnson City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Johnson City, TN
Why does my Speed Queen dryer show an error code?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Johnson City
Speed Queen dryer repair for Jonesborough and Erwin is handled by the same companies listed for Johnson City. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.