Commercial dryers run many more cycles than home machines and use larger burners, payment systems and heavier drums. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Wheaton, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Wheaton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wheaton. 1 of them are based in Wheaton itself, and the rest are spread across Silver Spring (11), Bethesda (11), and Rockville (6). Nearest on the list: The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, around 0.9 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. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.7, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
First up for Wheaton: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation (7.8 miles away, based in Beltsville, 2.1 stars from 24 reviews); dc metro commercial appliance repair (8.9 miles away, based in Riverdale, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, and Installation (37.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 3.5 stars from 51 reviews).
Commercial Dryer Work in Wheaton
Signs a Commercial Dryer Needs Service
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- 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.
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dryer repairs, for reference when a Wheaton company quotes commercial work:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Wheaton
Most dryer calls in Wheaton 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)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wheaton
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Wheaton, MD
Do you cover Wheaton and nearby towns?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who repairs laundromat dryers?
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Commercial Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Wheaton
The technicians listed for Wheaton also cover smaller towns nearby, including North Kensington and South Kensington. 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 Wheaton technician can then bring the right parts.