Most Speed Queen dryer repairs in Tuckahoe involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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 Tuckahoe
Within 30 miles of Tuckahoe there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (4), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Tuckahoe 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 1.4 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tuckahoe. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.6, 3.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Tuckahoe list: East Coast Appliance (3.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (5.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (6.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Dryer Lines and Features
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
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
Common Speed Queen Dryer Problems
- 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 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Tuckahoe Dryer Call
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its 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
- 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
What Speed Queen Dryer Repairs Cost
Most Speed Queen dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Tuckahoe, VA
Most dryer calls in Tuckahoe 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tuckahoe
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Tuckahoe, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen dryer?
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