Every washer out of service in a laundromat or apartment laundry room is lost revenue and a line of frustrated customers. The Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Charlottesville. 4 list an address in Charlottesville, and the rest are spread across Fishersville (3), Gordonsville (1), and Orange (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 1 lists commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work specifically. Nearest on the list: Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charlottesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.1, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Charlottesville: VA Commercial Repair Solutions (27.2 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (25.9 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
Commercial Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Water not filling or not draining
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- 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.
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Charlottesville
Most washer calls in Charlottesville 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Charlottesville
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Charlottesville, VA
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial washers?
How quickly can a technician get to a laundromat?
Do you cover Charlottesville and nearby towns?
Who fixes the coin or card system on a washer?
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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 Charlottesville technician can then bring the right parts.