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 Dayton, with distances.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Dayton TN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Dayton. Other nearby bases include Chattanooga (9), Cleveland (6), and Crossville (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Ultimate Appliance, Heat & Air is the nearest, roughly 16.4 miles from Dayton. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dayton is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dayton. 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 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 16.4, 17.7, 21.0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 51 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
First up for Dayton: SouthEastern Service & Supply (37.4 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.2 stars from 27 reviews); Fesco (67.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 3.9 stars from 80 reviews); Signature Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 1,375 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (31.2 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
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
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
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.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Dayton company quotes commercial work:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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 Dayton, TN
Most dishwasher calls in Dayton 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Dayton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dayton, TN
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
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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 Dayton technician can then bring the right parts.