Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. The Sonora list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Sonora CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sonora. 4 list an address in Sonora, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Jackson (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. The closest is Burton's Mother Lode Appliance, about 2.2 miles away. 1 of them mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listing or website. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Sonora is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sonora. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.3, 4.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Sonora list: Austin's Commercial Appliance Repair Services LLC (5.7 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Appliance Service, LLC (72.2 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.0 stars from 59 reviews); Carballo's AC Factory Inc. - Commercial Appliance Repair (87.0 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burton's Mother Lode Appliance (2.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 42 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Sonora
Most dishwasher calls in Sonora 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 Sonora
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sonora, CA
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
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 Sonora technician can then bring the right parts.