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 Sylvania list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Sylvania
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sylvania. 3 list an address in Sylvania, and other nearby bases include Toledo (8), Monroe (3), and Swanton (1). The closest is Appliance Center, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Sylvania names commercial or laundromat work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 18 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
Closest matches for Sylvania: Samco Facilities Maintenance (49.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (7.2 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (7.2 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Center (10.1 miles away, based in Maumee, 4.5 stars from 1,424 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Commercial Laundry Repairs Differ
Signs a Commercial Dryer Needs Service
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- 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.
Why the Vent Matters
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
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
Commercial repair pricing varies with the machine and the payment system, so treat home-dryer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Sylvania, OH
Most dryer calls in Sylvania 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 Sylvania
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Sylvania, OH
Who repairs laundromat dryers?
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Commercial dryer repair for Lambertville is handled by the same companies listed for Sylvania. Each town also has its own dryer repair page with the nearest companies:
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 Sylvania technician can then bring the right parts.