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. The Gardendale list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Speed Queen. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Speed Queen washers and other brands.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Gardendale
40 repair companies serve Gardendale from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Birmingham (28), Remlap (2), and Bessemer (2). Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair, around 7.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Gardendale mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gardendale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 7.4, 7.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 58 |
The leading options for Gardendale are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (9.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (10.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Care, Inc. (11.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,249 reviews); Atlas Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews).
Know Your Speed Queen Washer
How Speed Queen Washers Are Built
On Speed Queen top loaders that have a lid lock, a click as the lock engages or releases is normal, and owners are told to check the lid switch every month. 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
Common Speed Queen Washer Problems
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Leave the lid open between loads to keep odors from building up. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Each month, check the drain and hoses for leaks, confirm the lid switch works and the washer is level, and wipe the top two to three inches of the wash tub. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
What Gardendale Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Gardendale 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Gardendale
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Gardendale, AL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.