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. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Caribou, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Caribou ME
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 150 miles of Caribou. The rest are spread across Bangor (3), Dexter (1), and Veazie (1). The closest is Broken or Smoking Appliance Repair, about 141.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Caribou mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Caribou is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 150 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 141.4, 144.7, 145.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
At the top of the Caribou list: Patriot Appliance Repair (149.6 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Broken or Smoking Appliance Repair (141.4 miles away, based in Dexter, 4.8 stars from 26 reviews); Tom's Appliance Service (147.1 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (145.2 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Caribou company quotes commercial work:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
What Caribou Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Caribou 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Caribou Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Caribou, ME
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Do you cover Caribou and nearby towns?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Caribou
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Caribou
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 Caribou technician can then bring the right parts.