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 Lincolnwood list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Lincolnwood
Within 30 miles of Lincolnwood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Lincolnwood, and other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Skokie (7), and Evanston (7). Distances run up to about 4 miles. The closest is Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near Lincolnwood name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
First up for Lincolnwood: Dara Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (1.7 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVA HVAC & Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ivan Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Evanston, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen sells top-load agitator, front-load, stacked, and commercial washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
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
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
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 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
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lincolnwood
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
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Lincolnwood
Most washer calls in Lincolnwood 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lincolnwood
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Lincolnwood, IL
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Should I repair or replace my Speed Queen washer?
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
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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.