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 Lakewood, with those that mention Speed Queen first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Speed Queen. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Speed Queen washers and other brands.
Speed Queen Washer Repair Near Lakewood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lakewood. 2 list an address in Lakewood, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (12), Federal Way (6), and Puyallup (4). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Lakewood Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Lakewood. None of the repair companies near Lakewood name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
At the top of the Lakewood list: RPS Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (11.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (6.1 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen sells top-load agitator, front-load, stacked, and commercial washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Speed Queen Washers Are Built
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
Speed Queen Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Speed Queen Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. 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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Lakewood
Most washer calls in Lakewood 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.
Before You Book in Lakewood
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Lakewood, WA
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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.