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 Great Bend list starts with companies that name Speed Queen, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Speed Queen. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Speed Queen directly.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Great Bend
Within 60 miles of Great Bend there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Great Bend itself, and other nearby bases include Hays (5), Russell (1), and Pratt (1). Distances run up to about 50 miles. None of the repair companies near Great Bend name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Great Bend Appliance Center, about 1.8 miles away. The 9 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Great Bend is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Great Bend. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 9.4, 37.4 |
The leading options for Great Bend are Great Bend Appliance Center (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.6 miles away, based in Pratt, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mickey's Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 36 reviews); Genuine Appliance Center (45.5 miles away, based in Hays, 4.7 stars from 77 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 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
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 smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Great Bend
Keeping a Speed Queen Washer Running
- Leave the lid open between loads to keep odors from building up. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Clean the lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
What Speed Queen Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
Around Great Bend
Most washer calls in Great Bend 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Great Bend
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Great Bend, KS
Why does my Speed Queen washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Live outside Great Bend? The same Speed Queen washer repair technicians serve Pratt. See each town's own washing machine repair listings below.
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.