Speed Queen owners in Albert Lea usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Albert Lea list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Albert Lea
31 repair companies serve Albert Lea from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Rochester (5), Mankato (4), and Stewartville (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Quality Appliance Repair, around 12.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Albert Lea name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Albert Lea is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Albert Lea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.2, 17.6, 18.8 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
At the top of the Albert Lea list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (51.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVM Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in New Richland, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (54.2 miles away, based in Charles City, 4.7 stars from 45 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
The TC5 drives its agitator through a transmission, giving a 210-degree agitation stroke for a more aggressive wash. Source: Speed Queen - Speed Queen's TC5 brings a classic wash back to your laundry
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 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Clean the lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
- Leave the lid open between loads to keep odors from building up. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
What Speed Queen Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Albert Lea Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Albert Lea 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Albert Lea
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Albert Lea, MN
Which Albert Lea technicians work on Speed Queen?
Is my Speed Queen washer worth repairing?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Albert Lea
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.