Speed Queen owners in Des Moines usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Des Moines 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 Des Moines
40 repair companies serve Des Moines from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Des Moines, and the rest are spread across Kent (13), Auburn (9), and Tukwila (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Des Moines mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Hub Co., around 2.7 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.0, 3.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
First up for Des Moines: Expert Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Tukwila, 4.3 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions LLC (6.3 miles away, based in Federal Way, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews).
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 a Speed Queen Washer Technician Deals With
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
The TC5 has no lid lock, which sets it apart in the Speed Queen top-load lineup. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- 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 fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- 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 lint filter after running the Pet Hair Remover cycle. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Des Moines, WA
Most washer calls in Des Moines 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Des Moines
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Des Moines, WA
Why does my Speed Queen washer show an error code?
Is this Speed Queen customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Speed Queen washers?
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Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Des Moines
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.