When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Little Rock, with distances.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Little Rock AR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Little Rock. 22 of them are based in Little Rock itself, and the rest are spread across North Little Rock (16) and Maumelle (2). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Little Rock names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. RapidCare Appliance Repair Specialists is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Little Rock. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 14 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.9, 2.5 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Little Rock: Commercial Appliance Repair Sherwood (11.1 miles away, based in Sherwood, lists Saturday hours); Central One Service (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,997 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Knight Solutions (9.6 miles away, based in North Little Rock, 4.9 stars from 37 reviews); SWTJK Repair & Lampkin Services (6.2 miles away, based in North Little Rock, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Little Rock
Most dishwasher calls in Little Rock come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Little Rock Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Little Rock, AR
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Which areas near Little Rock do these technicians cover?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
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Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number on the dish machine's data plate, whether it is high-temperature or low-temperature, and any error shown on the panel. A Little Rock technician can then bring the right parts.