Commercial laundry repair is a smaller field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a home dryer takes on vended or on-premise equipment. Companies that list commercial laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Portland, with distances.
Commercial Laundry Technicians Serving Portland, OR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Portland. 32 of them are based in Portland itself, and the rest are spread across Vancouver (4), Milwaukie (3), and Happy Valley (1). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 1 of them mentions commercial or laundromat work in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Repair Service Lab, about 0.8 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.1 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Portland: C D Commercial Dishwashers (12.2 miles away, based in Vancouver, 3.9 stars from 29 reviews); L & M Appliance Restaurant & Commercial Parts & Services (2.8 miles away, 3.8 stars from 22 reviews); Appliance Repair Service Lab (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HVAC & Appliance Repair Guys (4.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Dryer Work in Portland
Signs a Commercial Dryer Needs Service
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
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
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Portland, OR
Gas dryers in Portland are typically served by NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas Company). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Energy Facts - NW Natural
Portland Water Bureau, which supplies Portland, reports hardness of bull Run supply about 7-11 ppm (roughly 0.5 grain per gallon, soft); groundwater supply about 80 ppm (about 5 grains per gallon, moderately hard). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report - Portland Water Bureau
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Portland
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Portland, OR
Do commercial dryers need more vent cleaning?
Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
Which areas near Portland do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Portland
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Portland
List every machine that is out of service and what each one is doing. For a Portland laundromat or laundry room, one visit for several machines saves trip charges.