Most Speed Queen washer repairs in Fairfax involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Fairfax, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Speed Queen, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Fairfax
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fairfax. 15 list an address in Fairfax, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (5), Vienna (4), and Burke (3). None of the repair companies near Fairfax name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Washer Dryer Oven Fridge Fix and Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Fairfax. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
The leading options for Fairfax are Nova Fix Appliance (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Foremost Repairs, Inc. (2.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
The TC5 has no lid lock, which sets it apart in the Speed Queen top-load lineup. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
On Speed Queen top loaders that have a lid lock, a click as the lock engages or releases is normal, and owners are told to check the lid switch every month. 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 noisy or off balance. Speed Queen says to make sure the washer is level, then open the lid and spread out an unbalanced load. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Gets Fixed on a Fairfax Washer Call
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
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
What Speed Queen Washer Repairs Cost
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- 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
Local Notes for Fairfax
Most washer calls in Fairfax 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Fairfax Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Fairfax, VA
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What should I do about a Speed Queen error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Speed Queen washers?
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Write down any error code your Speed Queen washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fairfax technician bring the right parts.