Commercial laundry repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a home washer takes on coin-op or on-premise laundry equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Fairlawn, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Fairlawn
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fairlawn. 1 of them are based in Fairlawn itself, and the rest are spread across Akron (4), Cleveland (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Nearest on the list: C. Gaiter Appliances LLC, around 0.8 miles out. 1 of them mentions commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 2.4, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
Closest matches for Fairlawn: AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (21.4 miles away, based in Solon, 2.6 stars from 35 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (51.8 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (86.2 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Akron (3.6 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews).
What Commercial Washer Repair Covers
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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.
What Washer Repairs Cost
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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 Fairlawn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fairlawn 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fairlawn
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Fairlawn, OH
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial 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 Fairlawn technician can then bring the right parts.