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 Algona 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 Algona
Within 60 miles of Algona there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Algona, and the rest are spread across Mason City (2), Storm Lake (2), and Estherville (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Nearest on the list: Algona Appliance, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Algona name commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 businesses. Algona is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 38.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
At the top of the Algona list: Algona Appliance (0.5 miles away, 3.6 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Galbraith Appliance Repair. (46.2 miles away, based in Spencer, 4.7 stars from 16 reviews); Melander's Appliance and Bedding (57.1 miles away, based in Storm Lake, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
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.
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 replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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 Algona Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Algona 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Algona
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Algona, IA
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Which areas near Algona do these technicians cover?
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List what the machine is doing (not filling, not reaching temperature, not draining, chemicals not dispensing) and whether a chemical supplier services the dispensers. For a Algona kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.