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 Romeoville, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Romeoville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Romeoville. 2 of them are based in Romeoville itself, and other nearby bases include Joliet (14), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (8). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 90 miles of Romeoville mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Romeoville Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Romeoville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 2.7 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Romeoville: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (7.6 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.4 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Felske Hvac & Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 256 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen sells top-load agitator, front-load, stacked, and commercial washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Washers Are Built
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
Speed Queen Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Romeoville
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Washer Repair
Most Speed Queen washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Romeoville
Most washer calls in Romeoville 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Romeoville
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Romeoville, IL
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Romeoville
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.