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 Fort Lee list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily laundry work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Washer Repair Near Fort Lee
40 repair companies serve Fort Lee from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Fort Lee, and the rest are spread across Richmond (23), Petersburg (4), and Colonial Heights (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Fix & Care Hub, around 0.3 miles out. None of the repair companies near Fort Lee name commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 3.4, 3.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 43 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
First up for Fort Lee: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (24.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Line Appliance Installation (22.2 miles away, based in Midlothian, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews).
Commercial Washer Work in Fort Lee
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Water not filling or not draining
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
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
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
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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Fort Lee Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fort Lee 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.
Questions to Ask a Fort Lee Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Fort Lee, VA
How is a commercial front-load washer different?
Who repairs laundromat washers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Do you cover Fort Lee and nearby towns?
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Commercial Washer Repair Near Fort Lee
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 Fort Lee technician can then bring the right parts.