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Electrical and Gas Safety Checks Before You Call a Technician
4 min read→Before you troubleshoot a commercial machine, check for gas smell, burning, wet wiring and tripped breakers. Here is what to do first,…
How to Compare Commercial Equipment Repair Quotes
4 min read→Two quotes for the same repair can differ for good reasons. Learn what a clear written quote should list, what to ask,…
Repair or Replace? A Cost Rule of Thumb for Commercial Equipment
4 min read→Use age, repair history, parts availability and the size of the quote to decide between repairing and replacing commercial equipment. Includes a…
What a Planned Maintenance Visit Should Cover
4 min read→A planned maintenance visit is cheaper than repeated breakdown calls when it follows a written checklist. See what to expect and how…
Where to Find the Model and Serial Number on Commercial Equipment
5 min read→The data plate tells a technician the exact model, serial number and electrical or gas requirements. Learn where it hides on common…
Industrial Washer-Extractor Out of Balance and Shaking
4 min read→Heavy vibration and out-of-balance stops in a large washer-extractor come from uneven loads, worn suspension, bearings or an unlevel base. Learn the…
What Commercial Washer Repair Costs and What Drives the Price
4 min read→Commercial washer repair costs depend on the part, the access, the machine's age and the cause. See typical ranges by repair type…
A Coin Laundry Maintenance Calendar: Daily, Weekly and Yearly
4 min read→A simple checklist for laundromat owners: what to look at each day, each week and each year to keep washers, dryers and…
Dryer Fire Risk: Lint, Exhaust Ducts and Warning Signs
4 min read→Lint and blocked exhaust are the main causes of dryer fires. Learn the warning signs, daily habits that reduce risk and when…
Commercial Dryer Needs Two Cycles to Dry: Causes and Fixes
4 min read→When a commercial dryer takes two cycles, restricted exhaust, a lint screen, a weak burner or element, or a failed sensor is…