Commercial dishwashers run far more cycles than a home machine and rely on booster heaters, chemical pumps and wash tanks that home models do not have. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Lake City, with distances.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Lake City
Within 60 miles of Lake City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Lake City itself, and other nearby bases include Gainesville (10), Orange Park (9), and Jacksonville (5). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. The closest is Appliance-Smarts, about 1.9 miles away. None of the companies within 60 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake City is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.4, 15.7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 59 |
Closest matches for Lake City: Commercial Equipment Repair (58.0 miles away, based in Valdosta, 4.1 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Phase Air Conditioning And Refrigeration (58.6 miles away, based in Valdosta, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MVB Appliance LLC (76.2 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.7 stars from 807 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance-Smarts (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Lake City company quotes commercial work:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Around Lake City
Most dishwasher calls in Lake City 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Lake City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake City, FL
Do you cover Lake City and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
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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 Lake City technician can then bring the right parts.