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. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Baxter, with distances.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Baxter
17 repair companies serve Baxter from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Baxter itself, and the rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Brainerd (5), and Sauk Rapids (2). None of the companies within 60 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 17 businesses. Baxter is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.5, 3.7 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Baxter list: J&K Restaurant Services (70.5 miles away, based in Big Lake, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Schroeder's Home Center (3.5 miles away, based in Brainerd, 4.9 stars from 754 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kern's Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Brainerd, 4.6 stars from 55 reviews); YDE's Major Appliance Service (4.3 miles away, based in Brainerd, 4.5 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Baxter company quotes commercial work:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Local Notes for Baxter
Most dishwasher calls in Baxter 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Baxter
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Baxter, MN
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Do you cover Baxter and nearby towns?
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
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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 Baxter kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.