Commercial washers run many more cycles than a home machine and add coin or card systems, heavier drives and, on larger machines, bolted-down frames that home models do not have. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Lanham, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Lanham
Within 30 miles of Lanham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lanham, and other nearby bases include Hyattsville (4), Laurel (4), and Bowie (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is pj appliance, about 0.9 miles away. 3 list commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lanham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.6, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
Closest matches for Lanham: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dc metro commercial appliance repair (5.0 miles away, based in Riverdale, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation (5.9 miles away, based in Beltsville, 2.1 stars from 24 reviews); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, and Installation (33.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 3.5 stars from 51 reviews).
Commercial Washer Work in Lanham
Commercial Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Water not filling or not draining
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as top-load coin machines, front-load washers or washer-extractors.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repairs Cost
Published ranges for washer repairs, for reference when a Lanham company quotes commercial work:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Lanham Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lanham come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Lanham Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Lanham, MD
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Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number from each machine's data plate, whether it is a top-load coin machine or a front-load washer-extractor, and any code on the display. A Lanham technician can then bring the right parts.