When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Atherton, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Atherton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Atherton. The rest are spread across Redwood City (16), Palo Alto (12), and Menlo Park (7). No company within 30 miles of Atherton names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Appliance Maintenance Center, about 0.9 miles away. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
The leading options for Atherton are Commercial Home Products (10.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Max Appliance Repair – Commercial Refrigeration & HVAC (15.7 miles away, based in San Jose, 5.0 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Standard Service (30.3 miles away, based in Albany, 4.7 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Maintenance and Repair Services (20.9 miles away, based in Castro Valley).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Atherton company quotes commercial work:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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 Atherton
Most dishwasher calls in Atherton 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Atherton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Atherton, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Related Repair Pages for Atherton
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Atherton
List what the machine is doing (not filling, not reaching temperature, not draining, chemicals not dispensing) and whether a chemical supplier services the dispensers. For a Atherton kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.