Speed Queen owners in Martinsville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Martinsville, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Martinsville
Within 30 miles of Martinsville there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Eden (3), Bassett (2), and Danville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Martinsville mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Randall's Appliances & Plumbing is the nearest, roughly 10.5 miles from Martinsville. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 12 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.5, 11.7, 12.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
The leading options for Martinsville are Randall's Appliances & Plumbing (10.5 miles away, based in Bassett, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews); Mike's Refrigeration - Heating Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Eden, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Triad Appliance Repair Services (19.5 miles away, based in Mayodan, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews); Alan's Service Center (13.2 miles away, based in Eden, 2.8 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Speed Queen Dryer
What Makes Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Different
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
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Dryer Repair
- 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
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Speed Queen Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- 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
- Any error code on the display
What Martinsville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Martinsville 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Martinsville Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Martinsville, VA
Is my Speed Queen dryer worth repairing?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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.