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 Round Lake 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 Round Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Round Lake. Other nearby bases include Waukegan (5), Vernon Hills (4), and McHenry (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. A Dan's Appliance Services Co is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Round Lake. 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 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.1, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Round Lake: Chicagoland Appliance Repair (38.0 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (20.4 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (51.1 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews).
Commercial Dryer Work in Round Lake
Commercial Laundry Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
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
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Round Lake
Most dryer calls in Round Lake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Round Lake
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Round Lake, IL
Who repairs laundromat dryers?
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Nearby Towns Served From Round Lake
Live outside Round Lake? The same commercial dryer repair technicians serve Round Lake Park and Volo. See each town's own dryer repair listings below.
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 Round Lake technician can then bring the right parts.