Most Speed Queen washer repairs in Northlake involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. 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 Northlake
40 repair companies serve Northlake from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Elmhurst (6), Chicago (4), and Melrose Park (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Northlake name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Berkeley Appliance Repair Pros, around 1.8 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.8, 2.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
First up for Northlake: Act Fast Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Melrose Park, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IVAN Appliance Repairs (4.5 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Speed Queen washer you have before you call. Speed Queen makes top-load agitator, front-load, stacked, and commercial models, and the technician will ask.
Speed Queen Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
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
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
- Clothes still wet after cycle. Speed Queen says to spread out an unbalanced load, or add items if the load is too small to balance. 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
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Leave the lid open between loads to keep odors from building up. 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:
- 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
What Northlake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Northlake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Northlake
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Northlake, IL
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen washer?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.