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 Kensington list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Kensington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kensington. The rest are spread across Meriden (8), Hartford (8), and New Britain (5). No company within 30 miles of Kensington names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Berlin AnyDay Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Kensington. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 24 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.2, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Kensington are Hobart Service (21.6 miles away, based in East Granby, 2.3 stars from 6 reviews); GK Mechanical inc (61.4 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Cooking Services LLC (26.2 miles away, based in Derby); JDS Commercial Appli (30.4 miles away, based in Shelton).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Around Kensington
Most dishwasher calls in Kensington 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kensington
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kensington, CT
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What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Kensington
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 Kensington technician can then bring the right parts.