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 Lake Charles, with distances.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Lake Charles LA
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake Charles. 9 of them are based in Lake Charles itself, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). No company within 60 miles of Lake Charles names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Matt's New & Used Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Charles 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Lake Charles list: Cajun Cold Refrigeration, Inc (67.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Green's Used Appliances (2.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C&C Home Appliances (2.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 221 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- 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.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Lake Charles company quotes commercial work:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Local Notes for Lake Charles
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Charles 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Lake Charles
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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 Charles technician can then bring the right parts.