A Speed Queen washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby appliance 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.
Independent Speed Queen Washer Technicians, Chelsea AL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chelsea. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (26), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. None of the repair companies near Chelsea name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Appliance Mechanic LLC, about 5.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 21 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.5, 7.1, 7.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
The leading options for Chelsea are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (16.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (17.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Care, Inc. (15.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,249 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews).
Know Your Speed Queen Washer
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
A Control Lock feature can disable the control pad, so a lit Control Lock light should be checked before a washer that won't respond is diagnosed further. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen top loaders call for HE detergent, and if regular detergent is used, only half the detergent maker's recommended amount should go in. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- Washer noisy or off balance. Speed Queen says to make sure the washer is level, then open the lid and spread out an unbalanced load. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Washer leaking. Speed Queen says to make sure the fill hoses are connected properly, check their condition, and look for a clogged drain. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Gets Fixed on a Chelsea Washer Call
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
What Speed Queen Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Chelsea Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Chelsea come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Chelsea
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Chelsea, AL
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Speed Queen Washer Repair for Towns Near Chelsea
Speed Queen washer repair for Highland Lakes is handled by the same companies listed for Chelsea. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Speed Queen washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.