Speed Queen owners in Fort Hunt usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Fort Hunt, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Fort Hunt
Within 30 miles of Fort Hunt there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Springfield (8), and Fort Washington (4). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Fort Hunt 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: Appliance Care, around 2.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Hunt. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 2.9, 3.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Fort Hunt list: UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (2.4 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (6.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
A Control Lock feature can disable the control pad, so a lit Control Lock light should be checked before a washer that won't respond is diagnosed further. 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
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Washer leaking. Speed Queen says to make sure the fill hoses are connected properly, check their condition, and look for a clogged drain. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Clean the lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- 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 Fort Hunt
Most washer calls in Fort Hunt 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Fort Hunt Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Fort Hunt, VA
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen washer?
Which Fort Hunt technicians work on Speed Queen?
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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.