Commercial dryers run many more cycles than home machines and use larger burners, payment systems and heavier drums. The Akron 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 Akron
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Akron. 6 of them are based in Akron itself, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Brunswick (3), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Akron OH, around 0.5 miles out. 1 lists commercial or laundromat work specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.8, 3.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
First up for Akron: AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (23.6 miles away, based in Solon, 2.6 stars from 35 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (46.2 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (80.0 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Akron (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- 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.
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for dryer repairs, for reference when a Akron company quotes commercial work:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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.
Local Notes for Akron
Most dryer calls in Akron 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Akron
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Akron, OH
Do commercial dryers need more vent cleaning?
Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
Which areas near Akron do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Akron
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Akron
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 Akron technician can then bring the right parts.