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Sewing Machine Repair Services

Looking for professional sewing machine repair near you? The Sewing Machine Shop offers the most trusted sewing machine repair service in the Bay Area. Our expert owner-technicians, brothers Dan and Marty Schoenberg, have over 55 years of experience repairing sergers, embroidery machines, and all makes and models of sewing machines, including home and industrial units. Whether your machine is new, vintage, or anything in between, we service all major brands such as Pfaff, Elna, Singer, Janome, Brother, Bernina, Babylock, Juki, and more. Click here for a short list of machines we do not repair.

✔️ Fast, Professional Repair: Quick turnaround time, so you can get back to sewing.

✔️ Expert Technicians: Qualified sewing machine technicians with extensive industry experience.

✔️ All Makes & Models: Authorized repairs and maintenance on Bernina, Janome, Brother, Babylock, Juki, and more.

✔️ Easy Troubleshooting Resources: Detailed troubleshooting articles to help solve common issues at home.

Sewing Machine Troubleshooting Guide
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    Sewing Machine Repair Shop & Service Overview

    When you bring your machine to our sewing machine repair shop, you'll receive a clear repair time estimate and upfront hourly costs— no surprises and no work performed without your approval. Every sewing machine we repair undergoes rigorous performance testing before returning to you, ensuring reliable operation and peace of mind.

    Regular maintenance helps keep your sewing machine in peak condition. Contact us today with any questions about sewing machine repairs or maintenance. We're here to help!

    Call us with questions at (925)937-7575

    Or shoot us an email at customerservice@sewingmachineshop.com

    Sewing Machine Repair Near Me

    We have been at the same location for nearly 35 years:
    1661 Botelho Dr #180, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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    There is plenty of parking in the strip mall where we are located.  We are at the opposite end of the mall as the Petco, tucked in the corner next to the ballroom dancing studio. 
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    If you have trouble lifting your machine, we will happily carry it in for you 🙂
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    Common Sewing Machine Troubleshooting Guides

    Thread Loops on the Underside of the Fabric

    1. For big loops (like a bird nest)--> Visually Confirm the thread has slid into the take-up lever eyelet.
    2. For small loops--> perform "The Pull Test"

     

    Needle Threader Not Working

    1. Tips & Tricks to help use your needle threader
    2. How to prevent your needle threader from breaking

     

    Skipped Stitches

    1. Troubleshooting Skipped Stitches 101: change the needle
    2. Flagging
    3. The Problem of Sewing with Adhesive

     

    Stitch Quality Issues

    1. Balancing Tension
    2. Puckered Fabric
    3. Intermittent Looping & Loose Stitches
    4. Why does my straight-stitch look zig-zaggy (like a lightening bolt)
    5. Free Motion tips & tricks

     

    Other Common Troubleshooting Guides

    1. Needle Guide: How to pick the right needle
    2. How to insert a needle
    3. Thread Guide: How to pick the right thread
    4. How to wind a bobbin
    5. How to choose the correct sized spool cap

     

    Self-Maintenance from Home

    1. Oiling a Sewing Machines: Do’s and Dont’s
    2. Compacted Lint: Where to Clean and How to Clean
    3. The Importance of an Unobstructed Thread Path
    4. What Causes Needle Strikes/ Damaged Needle Plate?
    5. Sewing Machine Timing
    6. Sewing Machine Technician’s Checklist