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 Chicago, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Chicago IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chicago. 25 list an address in Chicago, and the rest are spread across Cicero (4), Oak Park (4), and North Riverside (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Dependable Appliance Repair Chicago is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Chicago. 1 lists commercial or restaurant equipment work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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 | 21 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
Closest matches for Chicago: Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Services (7.1 miles away, based in Lyons, 2.8 stars from 11 reviews); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (21.1 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lee's Foodservice Parts & Repairs (16.7 miles away, based in Addison, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
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
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Chicago company quotes commercial work:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
- 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Dishwasher Notes for Chicago, IL
City of Chicago Department of Water Management (Lake Michigan source), which supplies Chicago, reports hardness of about 129-158 mg/L as CaCO3 across 2014 quarterly plant sampling (moderately hard). Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Chicago Department of Water Management - Comprehensive Chemical Analysis, 2014
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Chicago
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chicago, IL
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Do you cover Chicago and nearby towns?
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Chicago technician can then bring the right parts.