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 Athens, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Athens
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Athens. 1 of them are based in Athens itself, and the rest are spread across Newark (4), Pataskala (3), and Jackson (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Athens names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Kochis Appliance Heating & Air is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Athens. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 31 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 4.3, 20.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Athens list: Commercial Refrigeration Service Inc.. (64.2 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Parts & Service Columbus (71.6 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Hobart Service (74.1 miles away, based in Hilliard); Kochis Appliance Heating & Air (3.2 miles away, based in Millfield, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Athens company quotes commercial work:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Athens
Most dishwasher calls in Athens 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Athens
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Athens, OH
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Athens
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 Athens technician can then bring the right parts.