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 Silver Spring, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Silver Spring
40 repair companies serve Silver Spring from within 30 miles. 8 of them are based in Silver Spring itself, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (8), Washington (7), and Kensington (4). No company within 30 miles of Silver Spring names commercial or laundromat work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Refresh Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Silver Spring. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 2 |
At the top of the Silver Spring list: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dc metro commercial appliance repair (5.4 miles away, based in Riverdale, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation (5.9 miles away, based in Beltsville, 2.1 stars from 24 reviews); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, and Installation (37.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 3.5 stars from 51 reviews).
Commercial Dryer Work in Silver Spring
Signs a Commercial Dryer Needs Service
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
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
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Silver Spring Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Silver Spring 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Silver Spring
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Silver Spring, MD
Do you cover Silver Spring and nearby towns?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Also Serving Towns Around Silver Spring
The technicians listed for Silver Spring also cover smaller towns nearby, including Forest Glen. 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 Silver Spring technician can then bring the right parts.