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 Annandale, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dryers Near Annandale
Within 30 miles of Annandale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Annandale itself, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (14), Alexandria (12), and Springfield (7). Nearest on the list: Premier Annandale Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 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. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 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.
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Annandale are Tanzanite Appliance Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dc metro commercial appliance repair (16.6 miles away, based in Riverdale, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation (20.2 miles away, based in Beltsville, 2.1 stars from 24 reviews); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, and Installation (52.6 miles away, based in Baltimore, 3.5 stars from 51 reviews).
Commercial Dryer Work in Annandale
Commercial Laundry Problems Worth a Call
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- Burning smell or excess lint near the exhaust
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- 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.
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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 Annandale, VA
Most dryer calls in Annandale 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Annandale Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Annandale, VA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Do commercial dryers need more vent cleaning?
Who fixes the payment part of a vended dryer?
Who repairs laundromat dryers?
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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 Annandale technician can then bring the right parts.