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.
Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Hoover
40 repair companies serve Hoover from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Hoover itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (22), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). None of the repair companies near Hoover 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 Hoover Appliance Service Landmark, about 0.5 miles away. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 57 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
Closest matches for Hoover: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (10.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlas Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,483 reviews); OTM Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (6.2 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 reviews).
Speed Queen Washer Lines and Features
What a Speed Queen Washer Technician Deals With
The TC5 has no lid lock, which sets it apart in the Speed Queen top-load lineup. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- Too many suds. Speed Queen says to use the recommended amount of HE detergent and avoid overloading the tub. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Washer won't start / controls not responding. Speed Queen says to confirm Control Lock is off, which is turned off by pressing and holding the Signal key for three seconds. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
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
- Clean the lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Hoover, AL
Most washer calls in Hoover 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.
Questions to Ask a Hoover Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Hoover, AL
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Hoover
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Speed Queen repair.