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 Houghton, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Houghton
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 80-mile radius of Houghton. The rest are spread across Dollar Bay (2), Calumet (1), and Mohawk (1). None of the repair companies near Houghton name commercial or laundromat work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Ozanich Tom & Renee, about 3.3 miles away. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 2.6 stars. Houghton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 80 miles | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.4, 10.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
First up for Houghton: Ozanich Tom & Renee (3.3 miles away, based in Dollar Bay); Keweenaw Kitchens. (3.4 miles away, based in Dollar Bay, 4.0 stars from 4 reviews); Mohawk Emergency Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Mohawk, lists Saturday hours); North State Refrigeration. (10.2 miles away, based in Calumet, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- 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.
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. 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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for dryer repairs, for reference when a Houghton company quotes commercial work:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
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 Houghton
Most dryer calls in Houghton 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Houghton
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Houghton, MI
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Nearby Towns Served From Houghton
Live outside Houghton? The same commercial dryer repair technicians serve Laurium and Ironwood. 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 Houghton technician can then bring the right parts.