Signs your commercial washer needs repair
- It won’t spin or the laundry comes out too wet, which lengthens drying time and raises dryer energy use.
- It won’t drain or water stays in the drum at the end of the cycle.
- It won’t fill or takes too long to fill.
- It shakes or bangs hard during the spin cycle.
- Water leaks from the door, the bottom or the connections.
- The door won’t open or lock, and the machine won’t start.
- An error code appears on the display or it stops mid-cycle.
- It won’t accept coins or cards, or doesn’t start after payment.
The problems we repair most often
- Worn drum bearings and seals, the typical cause of loud noises and leaks.
- Clogged or damaged drain pumps and drain valves.
- Hot and cold water inlet valves that won’t open or close.
- Door locks and door sensors that prevent the machine from starting.
- Belts, pulleys and drive motors.
- Variable frequency drives, control boards and keypads.
- Shock absorbers and suspension, when the machine “walks” or vibrates excessively.
- Coin acceptor or card reader problems. If the payment system belongs to an outside provider, we coordinate with them.
- Chemical and detergent injection systems on hotel and industrial washers.
Types of washers we service
- Self-service front-load washers, coin- or card-operated.
- Washer-extractors (hard-mount or soft-mount) for hotels, residences and industrial laundries.
- High-capacity washers for plants that process uniforms, table linens and bedding.
- Commercial top-load and stacked washers in apartment buildings and motels.
We work with equipment from the leading commercial brands, including Speed Queen, Huebsch, UniMac, Electrolux Professional, Wascomat, Dexter, Continental Girbau, Milnor and others.
How we work
- You call us or fill out the form. Tell us the brand, model and error code, if any, so we arrive better prepared.
- Complete diagnosis. We check the electrical and mechanical components, water supply and drainage to find the cause, not just the symptom.
- Clear quote. We explain what’s wrong, what it costs to fix and whether it makes more sense to repair or replace.
- Repair and test. We do the work and test the machine with a full cycle before we leave.
Repair or replace the washer?
If the machine is very old, parts are no longer available for its model or breakdowns keep coming back every few months, replacing it may cost you less in the medium term. We’ll tell you honestly, with numbers. See our laundry equipment installation service.
Commercial washer repair in Tampa and nearby communities
We serve laundries, hotels and industrial plants in Tampa, South Tampa, West Tampa, Carrollwood, Town ‘n’ Country, Westchase, Brandon, Riverview, Temple Terrace, Lutz and New Tampa. Hours: 24/7
To prevent many of these breakdowns, we recommend a laundry equipment maintenance plan. If your dryers are also giving you trouble, see industrial dryer repair. All our laundry services are on the Commercial Laundry page.
Frequently asked questions
Why won’t my commercial washer spin?
The most common causes are a clogged drain that leaves water in the drum, an unbalanced load, a damaged belt or motor, or a door sensor that doesn’t confirm the door is locked. If the machine shows an error code, write it down before calling us: it speeds up the diagnosis a lot.
Do you repair coin- and card-operated washers?
Yes. We repair the machine and also check the coin acceptor or card reader. When the payment system belongs to an outside provider, we coordinate with them so the machine charges and starts correctly again.
Do you service hotel washer-extractors?
Yes. We service washer-extractors for hotels, motels, residences and industrial laundries, including their chemical injection systems, and we coordinate the visit with your housekeeping team.
How much does commercial washer repair cost in Tampa?
It depends on the problem and the equipment. Replacing an inlet valve doesn’t cost the same as replacing the bearings on a washer-extractor. After the diagnosis we give you a clear price before doing any work.
Which commercial washer brands do you repair?
We work with the leading commercial and industrial brands, including Speed Queen, Huebsch, UniMac, Electrolux Professional, Wascomat, Dexter, Continental Girbau and Milnor. If your brand isn’t listed, give us a call and we’ll confirm.
Do you have washers out of service? Call (832) 872-9183 or request a service visit and a technician will contact you.