Speed Queen owners in Ames usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Ames, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Ames
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ames. 1 of them are based in Ames itself, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (8), Urbandale (5), and Ankeny (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Ames mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Ken's Appliance & Services LLC, about 0.5 miles away. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 20.5, 22.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Ames list: Westside Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (0.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews).
Know Your Speed Queen Washer
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
Speed Queen Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
When to Call for Speed Queen Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
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
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Ames Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ames 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ames
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Ames, IA
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen washer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my Speed Queen washer show an error code?
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The technicians listed for Ames also cover smaller towns nearby, including Nevada. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.