When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Lake City, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Lake City
40 repair companies serve Lake City from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (16), Sumter (5), and Florence (4). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. Voyager Appliance Repair Works is the nearest, roughly 11.3 miles from Lake City. 4 of them mention commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listing or website. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Lake City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.3, 22.2, 22.7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 48 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
The leading options for Lake City are Charleston Appliances and Repairs (69.7 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carroll Food Service Repairs LLC (49.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews); Commercial Kitchens (45.8 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); RG & E Services LLC (47.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
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
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
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.
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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 Lake City
Most dishwasher calls in Lake 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Lake City
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake City, SC
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
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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 Lake City technician can then bring the right parts.