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. Companies that mention commercial laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Glen Allen, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Glen Allen
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glen Allen. 2 list an address in Glen Allen, and the rest are spread across Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glen Allen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 47 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.0, 2.8 |
At the top of the Glen Allen list: VA Commercial Repair Solutions (86.9 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (2.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Mr. E Appliance Service (6.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
Commercial Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water not filling or not draining
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Clothes come out soaking wet
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
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
- 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 Glen Allen Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Glen Allen 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 Glen Allen
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Glen Allen, VA
Who repairs laundromat washers?
How is a commercial front-load washer different?
Is a payment reader problem a repair call?
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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 Glen Allen technician can then bring the right parts.