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 Knoxville, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Knoxville
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Knoxville. 20 of them are based in Knoxville itself, and other nearby bases include Maryville (3), Lenoir City (3), and Sevierville (3). No company within 90 miles of Knoxville mentions commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Doctor Appliance, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
The leading options for Knoxville are Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (7.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (22.0 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews).
What Commercial Washer Repair Covers
Commercial Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- 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.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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 Knoxville company quotes commercial work:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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 Knoxville, TN
Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB), which supplies Knoxville, reports hardness of averages about 94 ppm (mg/L), moderately hard. 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: KUB 2025 Water Quality Report
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Knoxville
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Knoxville, TN
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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 Knoxville technician can then bring the right parts.