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. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Ukiah, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Ukiah
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ukiah. Other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Fort Bragg (2), and Lakeport (1). 1 lists commercial or laundromat work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 17.7 miles out. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Ukiah is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.7, 19.4, 35.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
At the top of the Ukiah list: Food Equipment Repair Service Inc (57.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Lakeport, 4.6 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jeff's Gas Appliances (19.4 miles away, based in Willits, 4.8 stars from 38 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- 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.
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. 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.
What Dryer Repairs Cost
Commercial repair pricing varies with the machine and the payment system, so treat home-dryer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Ukiah, CA
Most dryer calls in Ukiah 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ukiah
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Ukiah, CA
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
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Commercial Dryer Repair for Towns Near Ukiah
The technicians listed for Ukiah also cover smaller towns nearby, including Willits. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest commercial dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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 Ukiah technician can then bring the right parts.