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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring
Within 30 miles of Silver Spring there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Silver Spring, and the rest are spread across Bethesda (8), Washington (7), and Kensington (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 30 miles of Silver Spring names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Refresh Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Silver Spring. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
At the top of the Silver Spring list: Tanzanite Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); dc metro commercial appliance repair (5.4 miles away, based in Riverdale, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation (5.9 miles away, based in Beltsville, 2.1 stars from 24 reviews); Delta Restaurant Equipment Service (47.3 miles away, based in Joppatowne, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- 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.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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 Silver Spring company quotes commercial work:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Silver Spring, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Silver Spring 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.
Questions to Ask a Silver Spring Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Silver Spring, MD
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
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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 Silver Spring technician can then bring the right parts.