Most Speed Queen washer repairs in Taylorville involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Speed Queen Washer Technicians, Taylorville IL
15 repair companies serve Taylorville from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Springfield (8), Decatur (4), and Illiopolis (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Affordable Appliance., around 22.0 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Taylorville mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 22.0, 24.4, 25.2 |
Closest matches for Taylorville: Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.2 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Decatur, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (25.5 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Washer Lines and Features
What a Speed Queen Washer Technician Deals With
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
The TC5 drives its agitator through a transmission, giving a 210-degree agitation stroke for a more aggressive wash. Source: Speed Queen - Speed Queen's TC5 brings a classic wash back to your laundry
Common Speed Queen Washer Problems
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. 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
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its 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
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Taylorville
Most washer calls in Taylorville 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 Taylorville
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Taylorville, IL
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Speed Queen Washer Repair for Towns Near Taylorville
Speed Queen washer repair for Pana, Hillsboro, and Litchfield is handled by the same companies listed for Taylorville. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Speed Queen washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Taylorville technician bring the right parts.