If your Speed Queen dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Speed Queen Dryer Repair Near Wauwatosa
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wauwatosa. 5 list an address in Wauwatosa, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (19), Brookfield (3), and West Allis (2). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Action & Becker, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Wauwatosa mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Wauwatosa list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (13.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews).
Speed Queen Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Speed Queen Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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
- Odors on clothes. Speed Queen notes the dryer draws in room air, so air out the laundry room before drying. Source: Speed Queen (Alliance Laundry Systems) - User's Guide for Dryers
Speed Queen Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Wauwatosa
Owner Care for Speed Queen 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Dryer Repair
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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Wauwatosa, WI
Most dryer calls in Wauwatosa 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Wauwatosa Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Speed Queen Dryer Repair FAQs: Wauwatosa, WI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.