Every hour a commercial dryer sits idle costs a laundromat or property manager money, so the technician you call needs to know heavy-duty equipment. Companies that list commercial laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Mobile, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Mobile
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mobile. 14 of them are based in Mobile itself, and the rest are spread across Daphne (4), Theodore (3), and Moss Point (2). 2 list commercial or laundromat work specifically. Yes Appliance Repair Mobile, AL is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Mobile. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
The leading options for Mobile are Alston Refrigeration Co, Inc (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Restaurant Services, Inc. (7.9 miles away, based in Theodore, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Spanish Fort, 5.0 stars from 420 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Commercial Laundry Repairs Differ
Commercial Laundry Problems Worth a Call
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
Common commercial lines include DR7, DR5, and DR3 from Speed Queen; ask any company you call which commercial brands it services. See Speed Queen dryer repair.
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dryer repairs, for reference when a Mobile company quotes commercial work:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Mobile
Most dryer calls in Mobile come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
Gas fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Mobile
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Mobile, AL
Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
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Commercial Dryer Repair Near Mobile
List every machine that is out of service and what each one is doing. For a Mobile laundromat or laundry room, one visit for several machines saves trip charges.