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. The Solvang list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Solvang
26 repair companies serve Solvang from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Santa Barbara (11), Goleta (5), and Santa Maria (5). The closest is Mission Appliance Services, about 3.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Solvang mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 18.4, 18.5 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
First up for Solvang: Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superman Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yost Appliance (25.3 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 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 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
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Speed Queen Washer Running
- 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
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Around Solvang
Most washer calls in Solvang 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 Solvang
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Solvang, CA
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Nearby Towns Served From Solvang
Speed Queen washer repair for Buellton is handled by the same companies listed for Solvang. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
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.