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 Salem, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Salem
Within 30 miles of Salem there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Youngstown (6), Alliance (2), and New Castle (2). 1 of them mentions commercial or laundromat work in their listing or website. The closest is Quality Appliance, about 8.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 17 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.0, 11.8, 12.2 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
First up for Salem: AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (12.2 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (44.7 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Commercial Equipment Service INC. (57.1 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (48.6 miles away, based in Solon, 2.6 stars from 35 reviews).
How Commercial Laundry Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- 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.
Why the Vent Matters
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial repair pricing varies with the machine and the payment system, so treat home-dryer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Salem Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Salem 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Salem
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, OH
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dryers?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Do commercial dryers need more vent cleaning?
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Commercial Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Commercial Dryer Repair for Towns Near Salem
Live outside Salem? The same commercial dryer repair technicians serve Columbiana and Lisbon. 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 Salem technician can then bring the right parts.