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 Carolina Beach, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Carolina Beach
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carolina Beach. Other nearby bases include Wilmington (11), Southport (1), and Navassa (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 2 mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. The closest is A & D Appliance Repair, about 10.0 miles away. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.0, 10.9, 11.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
First up for Carolina Beach: Pro-Serv Food Equipment (15.0 miles away, based in Wilmington, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Service (17.0 miles away, based in Wilmington, 1.8 stars from 5 reviews); Carroll Food Service Repairs LLC (63.5 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews); RG & E Services LLC (65.7 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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 repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
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.
What Carolina Beach Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Carolina Beach 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Carolina Beach Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carolina Beach, NC
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
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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 Carolina Beach technician can then bring the right parts.