Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Elizabeth City, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Elizabeth City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Elizabeth City. 2 of them are based in Elizabeth City itself, and other nearby bases include Virginia Beach (16), Chesapeake (8), and Norfolk (5). Distances run up to about 41 miles. 1 lists commercial or restaurant equipment work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Elizabeth City is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 59 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 6.0, 29.8 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
The leading options for Elizabeth City are Hobart Service (34.9 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); East Coast Appliance (31.9 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (38.2 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (39.4 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
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
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Elizabeth City, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Elizabeth City 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Elizabeth City
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Elizabeth City, NC
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Which areas near Elizabeth City do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Elizabeth City
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Elizabeth City
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 Elizabeth City kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.