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. Below are independent repair companies serving Yakima, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Speed Queen Dryers Near Yakima
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Yakima. 7 of them are based in Yakima itself, and the rest are spread across Union Gap (1), Wapato (1), and Naches (1). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Yakima mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Avery Home Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Yakima. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Yakima. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.4, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
The leading options for Yakima are Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gordie's Used Appliance (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telco Electroncs, LLC (2.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Dryers Are Built
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
Speed Queen Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Speed Queen 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
Speed Queen Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- 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
Around Yakima
Most dryer calls in Yakima 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Before You Book in Yakima
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Yakima, WA
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How do I find a technician who knows Speed Queen dryers?
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The technicians listed for Yakima also cover smaller towns nearby, including Union Gap, Selah, and Terrace Heights. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.