Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Santa Monica, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Santa Monica
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Monica. 13 of them are based in Santa Monica itself, and other nearby bases include Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Everest Tower Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Santa Monica. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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.
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Santa Monica: Pros Fix Appliances (15.7 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (12.4 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BHS Commercial Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.6 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Water, Power and Safety First
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. 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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Santa Monica company quotes commercial work:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What Santa Monica Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Santa Monica 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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Santa Monica
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Santa Monica, CA
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
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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 Santa Monica kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.