Most Speed Queen washer repairs in Lowes Island 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 Lowes Island, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Lowes Island
Within 30 miles of Lowes Island there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Ashburn (7), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). The closest is Sterling Appliance, about 2.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Lowes Island name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.7, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
At the top of the Lowes Island list: Herndon Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Dulles, 4.0 stars from 484 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddie's Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Installation LLC (5.3 miles away, based in Sterling, 5.0 stars from 64 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
How Speed Queen Washers Are Built
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
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
- 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
- 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
When to Call for Speed Queen Washer Repair
- 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
What Gets Fixed on a Lowes Island Washer Call
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Clean the lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Speed Queen washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Lowes Island, VA
Most washer calls in Lowes Island 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lowes Island
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Lowes Island, VA
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Lowes Island
Write down any error code your Speed Queen washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Lowes Island technician bring the right parts.