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. The Winston-Salem list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily laundry work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Winston-Salem
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Winston-Salem. 9 list an address in Winston-Salem, and the rest are spread across High Point (11), Kernersville (5), and Thomasville (5). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Advance Appliance., about 0.9 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Winston-Salem names commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winston-Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
First up for Winston-Salem: K1 Pro Services (73.2 miles away, based in Dallas, 5.0 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RC Commercial Equipment Repair Services Inc (90.0 miles away, based in Fuquay-Varina, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Norwood's Commercial Appliances, Inc (84.2 miles away, based in Boone, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Washer Work in Winston-Salem
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- Water not filling or not draining
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
Commercial laundry machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
Published ranges for washer repairs, for reference when a Winston-Salem company quotes commercial work:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
Laundry Notes for Winston-Salem, NC
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities, which supplies Winston-Salem, reports hardness of soft; the 2025 water quality report lists hardness of about 9-28 ppm, averaging about 17.5 ppm. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Quality Report 2025 - City of Winston-Salem
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 Winston-Salem
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Winston-Salem, NC
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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 Winston-Salem technician can then bring the right parts.