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 Three Lakes, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Three Lakes
40 repair companies serve Three Lakes from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Miami (31), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Nearest on the list: 24 Hour Appliance Emergency, around 0.6 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Three Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
At the top of the Three Lakes list: Restaurant & Kitchen Solutions (7.4 miles away, based in Homestead, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); South Florida Restaurant Equipment Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Hollywood, 4.9 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gasket Doctor (25.5 miles away, based in Pembroke Pines, 4.9 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Commercial Service (3.7 miles away, based in Miami, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- 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.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation 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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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 Three Lakes Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Three Lakes 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.
Questions to Ask a Three Lakes Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Three Lakes, FL
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Do you cover Three Lakes and nearby towns?
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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 Three Lakes technician can then bring the right parts.