Speed Queen owners in Palm Desert usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Palm Desert, 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.
Independent Speed Queen Washer Technicians, Palm Desert CA
Within 30 miles of Palm Desert there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 list an address in Palm Desert, and the rest are spread across Palm Springs (11), Indio (6), and Cathedral City (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: American Service Alliance, around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Palm Desert mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm Desert. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 44 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.1 |
First up for Palm Desert: Synergy Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (8.3 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 523 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Mechanical (4.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 33 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 a Speed Queen Washer Technician Deals With
On Speed Queen top loaders that have a lid lock, a click as the lock engages or releases is normal, and owners are told to check the lid switch every month. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Common Speed Queen Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Gets Fixed on a Palm Desert Washer Call
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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 Palm Desert
Most washer calls in Palm Desert 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Palm Desert
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Palm Desert, CA
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
Do you work for Speed Queen?
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Nearby Towns Served From Palm Desert
Live outside Palm Desert? The same Speed Queen washer repair technicians serve Indian Wells and Thousand Palms. See each town's own washing machine repair listings below.
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.