Commercial dryers run many more cycles than home machines and use larger burners, payment systems and heavier drums. Companies that list commercial laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Livingston, with distances.
Commercial Laundry Technicians Serving Livingston, CA
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Livingston. Other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Merced (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: Turlock Appliance Repair-Parts, around 4.8 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial or laundromat work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Livingston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.8, 7.0, 9.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
The leading options for Livingston are Max Appliance Repair – Commercial Refrigeration & HVAC (70.3 miles away, based in San Jose, 5.0 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Austin's Commercial Appliance Repair Services LLC (48.2 miles away, based in Sonora, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Service Co. (71.0 miles away, based in Salinas, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carballo's AC Factory Inc. - Commercial Appliance Repair (63.9 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Commercial Laundry Repairs Differ
Commercial Laundry Problems Worth a Call
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- 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.
Why the Vent Matters
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Commercial repair pricing varies with the machine and the payment system, so treat home-dryer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Dryer Notes for Livingston, CA
Most dryer calls in Livingston 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Livingston
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Livingston, CA
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dryers?
Do you cover Livingston and nearby towns?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Other Dryer Repair in Livingston
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Livingston
Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number of each machine that is down, whether it is gas or electric, and whether it is a single or stacked unit. A Livingston technician can then bring the right parts.