Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near South Sarasota, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near South Sarasota
40 repair companies serve South Sarasota from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Sarasota (40). No company within 30 miles of South Sarasota names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: fix it or free appliance repair, around 1.4 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Sarasota. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 1.9 |
At the top of the South Sarasota list: Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (22.7 miles away, based in North Port, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial FoodService repair II Inc. (14.9 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (51.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Seminole Heights Restaurant Equipment Repair LLC (48.9 miles away, based in Tampa, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
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
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
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
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Dishwasher Notes for South Sarasota, FL
Most dishwasher calls in South Sarasota 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in South Sarasota
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Sarasota, FL
Which areas near South Sarasota do these technicians cover?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near South Sarasota
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 South Sarasota technician can then bring the right parts.