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 Placerville, 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.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Placerville
40 repair companies serve Placerville from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Placerville itself, and other nearby bases include Folsom (15), Auburn (9), and El Dorado Hills (5). Distances run up to about 23 miles. None of the repair companies near Placerville 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: Bowmans Appliance Repair, around 8.2 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Placerville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.2, 10.6, 11.1 |
The leading options for Placerville are Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maximum Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Folsom, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); A1-Appliance.com (21.6 miles away, based in Auburn, 3.3 stars from 6 reviews); A-1 Appliance (17.9 miles away, based in Folsom, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
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.
Know Your Speed Queen Washer
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 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 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
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Speed Queen Washer Running
- 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
Most Speed Queen washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Placerville
Most washer calls in Placerville 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Placerville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Placerville, CA
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Speed Queen washer repair for Pollock Pines is handled by the same companies listed for Placerville. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
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.