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 Washington 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 Washington
40 repair companies serve Washington from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Washington, and other nearby bases include Stroudsburg (4), Bethlehem (3), and Dover (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. 2 list commercial or laundromat work specifically. Appliance Master Washington is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Washington. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Washington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 53 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 11.1, 11.4 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
Closest matches for Washington: Commercial Kitchen Repairs (29.3 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brodheadsville Appliance Repair (24.0 miles away, based in Brodheadsville, 3.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (17.1 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steward Home & Commercial Maintenance LLC (46.5 miles away, based in Jenkintown, 4.4 stars from 374 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- 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.
Check the Vent Before You Call
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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
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.
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Washington Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Washington 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Washington
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Washington, NJ
Do you cover Washington and nearby towns?
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Who repairs laundromat dryers?
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Nearby Towns Served From Washington
Commercial dryer repair for Hackettstown is handled by the same companies listed for Washington. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
List every machine that is out of service and what each one is doing. For a Washington laundromat or laundry room, one visit for several machines saves trip charges.