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. Below are independent repair companies serving Montgomery, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Speed Queen. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Speed Queen directly.
Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Montgomery
Within 60 miles of Montgomery there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Montgomery, and other nearby bases include Prattville (3), Selma (3), and Opelika (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. Nearest on the list: Yes Appliance Repair Montgomery, around 2.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Montgomery mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 20 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Montgomery is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.6, 4.6 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
First up for Montgomery: Sears Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Selma, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clark-Rothschild Appliance Repair- Refrigerator, Freezer and Ice Machine specialist (16.3 miles away, based in Prattville, 4.7 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.5 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Washers Are Built
The TC5 has no lid lock, which sets it apart in the Speed Queen top-load lineup. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
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
- 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Washer Repair
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Montgomery
Most washer calls in Montgomery 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 Montgomery Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Montgomery, AL
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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.