Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. The Norfolk list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Norfolk
40 repair companies serve Norfolk from within 30 miles. 9 list an address in Norfolk, and the rest are spread across Virginia Beach (12), Chesapeake (8), and Portsmouth (5). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. The closest is Master Repair Services, about 1.2 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
First up for Norfolk: Hobart Service (6.8 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); Restaurant Equipment Repair (80.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.2 stars from 10 reviews); Hobart Service (73.7 miles away, based in Sandston, 3.0 stars from 12 reviews); East Coast Appliance (4.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
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.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Norfolk
Most dishwasher calls in Norfolk 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Norfolk Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Norfolk, VA
Do you cover Norfolk and nearby towns?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
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 Norfolk technician can then bring the right parts.