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 Carrboro, with distances.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Carrboro NC
40 repair companies serve Carrboro from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Durham (13), Cary (6), and Raleigh (6). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Nearest on the list: AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina, around 5.6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Carrboro names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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 | 5.6, 6.4, 8.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 59 |
The leading options for Carrboro are RC Commercial Equipment Repair Services Inc (29.3 miles away, based in Fuquay-Varina, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (22.8 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); Bud Matthews Services (6.4 miles away, based in Chapel Hill, 4.8 stars from 808 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cary (20.2 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- 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.
Water, Power and Safety First
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Carrboro company quotes commercial work:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
What Carrboro Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Carrboro 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.
Before You Book in Carrboro
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carrboro, NC
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
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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 Carrboro technician can then bring the right parts.