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 Knoxville, with distances.
Commercial Laundry Technicians Serving Knoxville, TN
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Knoxville. 21 of them are based in Knoxville itself, and the rest are spread across Maryville (3), Lenoir City (3), and Sevierville (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. None of the repair companies near Knoxville name commercial or laundromat work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Doctor Appliance, about 1.1 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
At the top of the Knoxville list: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (7.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (22.0 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews).
How Commercial Laundry Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- One pocket of a stacked dryer not heating
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
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
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Knoxville
Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB), which supplies Knoxville, reports hardness of averages about 94 ppm (mg/L), 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: KUB 2025 Water Quality Report
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Knoxville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Knoxville, TN
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dryers?
How often should commercial dryer exhaust be cleaned?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Knoxville technician can then bring the right parts.