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. Below are independent repair companies serving Gainesville, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Independent Speed Queen Washer Technicians, Gainesville VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gainesville. 5 of them are based in Gainesville itself, and the rest are spread across Manassas (10), Centreville (6), and Chantilly (6). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. None of the repair companies near Gainesville name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: High Wire Appliance Service, around 0.3 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gainesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Gainesville are USA General Contractors (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Total Appliances Service (12.6 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Repair LLC. (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); E & A Appliance Repair, LLC (11.1 miles away, based in Aldie, 5.0 stars from 25 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 and Features
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
Speed Queen Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Gainesville
Keeping a Speed Queen Washer Running
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Speed Queen Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Gainesville
Most washer calls in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Washer Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Gainesville, VA
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Why does my Speed Queen washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Gainesville
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.