Most Speed Queen washer repairs in Bangor involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Bangor 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 Bangor
10 repair companies serve Bangor from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Bangor itself, and other nearby bases include Veazie (1), Holden (1), and Carmel (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. None of the repair companies near Bangor name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Tom's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Bangor. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bangor is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 4.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
Closest matches for Bangor: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Tom's Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.6 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 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
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
Common Speed Queen Washer Problems
- 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 leaking. Speed Queen says to make sure the fill hoses are connected properly, check their condition, and look for a clogged drain. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- 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
Budgeting for a Speed Queen Washer Repair
Most Speed Queen washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Bangor
Most washer calls in Bangor 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bangor
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get 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: Bangor, ME
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Nearby Towns Served From Bangor
The technicians listed for Bangor also cover smaller towns nearby, including Brewer, Old Town, Ellsworth, Belfast, Presque Isle, and Caribou. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.