Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Sandston, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Sandston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sandston. 1 list an address in Sandston, and other nearby bases include Richmond (26), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (2). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. The closest is Hobart Service, about 1.7 miles away. 2 of them mention commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 6.2, 6.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
The leading options for Sandston are Restaurant Equipment Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.2 stars from 10 reviews); Hobart Service (1.7 miles away, 3.0 stars from 12 reviews); Hobart Service (77.6 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); East Coast Appliance (15.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
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
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Sandston company quotes commercial work:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Sandston, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Sandston 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Sandston
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sandston, VA
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Which areas near Sandston 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 Sandston technician can then bring the right parts.