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 Mankato, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Mankato
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mankato. 5 of them are based in Mankato itself, and other nearby bases include New Ulm (3), Waseca (2), and St Peter (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Mankato names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Quality Appliance & Television is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Mankato. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mankato. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
Closest matches for Mankato: Steve's Appliances (74.9 miles away, based in Mounds View, 4.4 stars from 951 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J&K Restaurant Services (84.4 miles away, based in Big Lake, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Commercial Service (69.5 miles away, based in St Paul, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews); Degrood's Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
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
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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:
- 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 spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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 Mankato, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Mankato 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 Mankato
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mankato, MN
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Do you cover Mankato and nearby towns?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Mankato
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 Mankato technician can then bring the right parts.