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 Apex, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Laundromat & Coin-Op Washer Technicians, Apex NC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Apex. 2 of them are based in Apex itself, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (17), Durham (7), and Cary (6). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. 1 lists commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
Closest matches for Apex: RC Commercial Equipment Repair Services Inc (11.2 miles away, based in Fuquay-Varina, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Source Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 4.7 stars from 239 reviews).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Water not filling or not draining
- Clothes come out soaking wet
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.
Water, Power and Safety First
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washer Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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.
Local Notes for Apex
Most washer calls in Apex 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Apex
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
What is a washer-extractor?
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Who repairs laundromat washers?
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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 Apex technician can then bring the right parts.