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 Hood River, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Hood River
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hood River. 1 of them are based in Hood River itself, and the rest are spread across Vancouver (10), Gresham (5), and Camas (4). Distances run up to about 50 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. None of the companies within 60 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Hood River is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hood River. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 16.4, 18.4 |
The leading options for Hood River are C D Commercial Dishwashers (54.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 3.9 stars from 29 reviews); L & M Appliance Restaurant & Commercial Parts & Services (56.4 miles away, based in Portland, 3.8 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NW Appliance Repair in Vancouver (40.5 miles away, based in Washougal, 4.9 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
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
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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
What Hood River Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Hood River 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Hood River
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hood River, OR
Do you cover Hood River and nearby towns?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Hood River
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Hood River
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 Hood River technician can then bring the right parts.