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. The Tampa list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Tampa
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tampa. 36 of them are based in Tampa itself, and other nearby bases include Brandon (3) and Temple Terrace (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 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. Nearest on the list: Seminole Heights Restaurant Equipment Repair LLC, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tampa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.8, 2.2 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
Closest matches for Tampa: GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (8.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TB Electronix (23.2 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (64.8 miles away, based in North Port, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Repair (25.7 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 3.2 stars from 18 reviews).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- A machine takes payment but will not start
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.
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Tampa Owners Should Know
City of Tampa Water Department (mainly Hillsborough River), which supplies Tampa, reports hardness of average total hardness about 186 mg/L (10.9 grains per gallon), hard. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: City of Tampa Water Department - 2022 Water Quality Report
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Before You Book in Tampa
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Tampa, FL
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dryers?
Which areas near Tampa do these technicians cover?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
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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 Tampa technician can then bring the right parts.