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 Madison, 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.
Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Madison
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Madison. 16 list an address in Madison, and other nearby bases include Middleton (4), Sun Prairie (3), and Monona (2). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Nearest on the list: Quarry Appliance Repair Professionals, around 1.3 miles out. None of the repair companies near Madison name Speed Queen in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
At the top of the Madison list: Champion Appliance Care (4.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (6.7 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Ghost Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews); Champion Appliance Care (3.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews).
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.
Know Your Speed Queen Washer
What a Speed Queen Washer Technician Deals With
The TC5 has no lid lock, which sets it apart in the Speed Queen top-load lineup. Source: Speed Queen - Consumer Product Catalog
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
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- 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
Speed Queen Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Madison
Owner Care for Speed Queen Washers
- Leave the lid open between loads to keep odors from building up. 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
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Madison Owners Should Know
Madison Water Utility, which supplies Madison, reports hardness of very hard, about 18-20 grains per gallon. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Frequently Asked Questions | Water Utility | City of Madison, WI
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Madison Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Madison, WI
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Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Also Serving Towns Around Madison
The technicians listed for Madison also cover smaller towns nearby, including Monona and McFarland. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Speed Queen washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Speed Queen repair.