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 Longview, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about commercial equipment.
Commercial Laundry Technicians Serving Longview, WA
Within 60 miles of Longview there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Longview, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (22), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (4). Of those, 1 mentions commercial or laundromat work by name. Nearest on the list: ABC Appliance Services, around 1.3 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Longview is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Longview. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.1, 2.1 |
Closest matches for Longview: C D Commercial Dishwashers (33.4 miles away, based in Vancouver, 3.9 stars from 29 reviews); L & M Appliance Restaurant & Commercial Parts & Services (47.2 miles away, based in Portland, 3.8 stars from 22 reviews); Cole's Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (25.5 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dryer Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Machine
- Drum noise on a heavily used machine
- A machine takes payment but will not start
- Dry times creeping up across several machines
- 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.
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
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.
What Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Longview
Most dryer calls in Longview 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Longview
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dryer Repair FAQs: Longview, WA
Which areas near Longview do these technicians cover?
Can you repair coin-operated or card-operated dryers?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dryers?
Other Dryer Repair in Longview
Commercial Dryer Repair Near Longview
List every machine that is out of service and what each one is doing. For a Longview laundromat or laundry room, one visit for several machines saves trip charges.