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. The Salem 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 Salem
Within 30 miles of Salem there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Christiansburg (2), and Vinton (1). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Getz Appliance Repair and Refrigeration LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Salem. No company within 30 miles of Salem names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.9, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
The leading options for Salem are VA Commercial Repair Solutions (81.6 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Valley Restaurant Repair (80.1 miles away, based in Fishersville, 3.8 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Sales & Services (81.7 miles away, based in Fishersville); Peerless Appliance Services (7.7 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
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
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.
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Around Salem
Most dishwasher calls in Salem 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.
Before You Book in Salem
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Salem, VA
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Which areas near Salem do these technicians cover?
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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 Salem technician can then bring the right parts.