Commercial dishwashers run far more cycles than a home machine and rely on booster heaters, chemical pumps and wash tanks that home models do not have. The Essex list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Essex
Within 30 miles of Essex there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Essex, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (20), Parkville (4), and Towson (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Of those, 3 mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Nearest on the list: G Appliances, around 2.0 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Essex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.7, 3.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Essex are Delta Restaurant Equipment Service (11.2 miles away, based in Joppatowne, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews); Hobart Service (2.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 2.4 stars from 5 reviews); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, and Installation (3.3 miles away, based in Baltimore, 3.5 stars from 51 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
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
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?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Around Essex
Most dishwasher calls in Essex 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Essex
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Essex, MD
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
More Dishwasher Repair in Essex, MD
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Essex
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 Essex kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.