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. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Barberton, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Barberton
Within 30 miles of Barberton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Barberton, and the rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Collins Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 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 38 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Barberton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 53 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 5.2, 7.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
The leading options for Barberton are AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (29.0 miles away, based in Solon, 2.6 stars from 35 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (50.1 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (81.4 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.1 miles away, based in Akron, 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
- 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
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
Dryer Notes for Barberton, OH
Most dryer calls in Barberton 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
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
Questions to Ask a Barberton Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Barberton, OH
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Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
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The technicians listed for Barberton also cover smaller towns nearby, including Portage Lakes. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest commercial dryer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
List every machine that is out of service and what each one is doing. For a Barberton laundromat or laundry room, one visit for several machines saves trip charges.