Every washer out of service in a laundromat or apartment laundry room is lost revenue and a line of frustrated customers. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Farmington, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Commercial Washer Repair Near Farmington
40 repair companies serve Farmington from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Livonia (11), Detroit (8), and Southfield (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.0 miles out. 1 lists commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Farmington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 4.9, 5.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
At the top of the Farmington list: Samco Facilities Maintenance (6.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (5.4 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Machine will not start from coin or card
Commercial laundry machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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 Farmington company quotes commercial work:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Farmington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Farmington 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Farmington
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Farmington, MI
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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 Farmington technician can then bring the right parts.